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Gr 1–4—This title follows Deo Rukundo and his family as they flee their home in Burundi. Separated from his family, Deo travels alone until he makes his way to Lukole, a refugee camp in Tanzania. Supplies are scarce, and many children Deo's age join gangs to bully others and steal what they want and need. One of these bullies, Remy, becomes an opponent not only in Deo's daily life but also on their pickup soccer team. Deo's favorite toy from home, a soccer ball made from banana ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More