--- product_id: 219140554 title: "The Boy at the Back of the Class" price: "€ 18.03" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/219140554-the-boy-at-the-back-of-the-class store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # The Boy at the Back of the Class **Price:** € 18.03 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Boy at the Back of the Class - **How much does it cost?** € 18.03 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/219140554-the-boy-at-the-back-of-the-class) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description In the vein of timely titles such as Katherine Applegate's Wishtree and Alan Gratz's Refugee comes a touching, accessible middle-grade debut about the ongoing Syrian refugee crisis, as well as the life-changing power of friendship and standing as an ally. There used to be an empty chair at the back of Mrs. Khan's classroom, but on the third Tuesday of the school year a new kid fills it: nine-year-old Ahmet, a Syrian refugee. The whole class is curious about this new boy--he doesn't seem to smile, and he doesn't talk much. But after learning that Ahmet fled a Very Real War" and was separated from his family along the way, a determined group of his classmates band together to concoct the Greatest Idea in the World--a magnificent plan to reunite Ahmet with his loved ones. Balancing humor and heart, this relatable story about the refugee crisis from the perspective of kids highlights the community-changing potential of standing as an ally and reminds readers that everyone deserves a place to call home. Overall Winner of the 2019 Waterstones Children's Book Prize Winner of the 2019 Blue Peter Book Award "Tearjerking and chuckle-inducing. . . . Above all it celebrates the power of kindness." -- The Sunday Post (Scotland) "Inspiring and sweet. . . . This is a beautiful, open-hearted debut from Onjali Q Raúf that should help children be the best they can be and realise the power of kindness." --BookTrust (UK) "An engaging exploration of the refugee crisis through the eyes of a child." --Readings (Australia) Review: Wonderful read to that describes the refugee experience in a sensitive way for kids. - When Ahmet joins their 4th-grade classroom, many kids are inquisitive about the new boy who speaks little English and spends recess and lunch in another room. The rumors fly, which makes the children more curious about their new classmate. London and his three close friends take it upon themselves to make friends with Ahmet, yet they have few opportunities to interact with him initially. Over time, London learns that Ahmet is a refugee but doesn't understand the significance of the word. London's mother helps him to realize in simplistic terms how refugees leave their homes because of their violent and dangerous situations in their native countries. Eventually, the kids learn that Ahmet's life has been turned upside down. His parents may or may not be alive back in Syria, his younger sister has died, and he's come to live in a new country with a foster parent (the UK), where he knows little of the language. London plans to visit the Queen of England to help Ahmet reunite with his parents. It's naive but also demonstrates his kind heart. Though I still gave the book five stars, my only complaint is that nearly every character is stereotypical regarding being good or bad. It would have been more beneficial to have multi-dimensional characters, I did appreciate that author Onjati Rauf is courageous enough to take on essential themes like acceptance, perseverance, tenacity, bullying, and prejudice. Review: Great 4th grade book - My son love this book. I also love it. It has too many descriptions sentence to learn. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #77,515 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #309 in Children's Fiction on Social Situations #1,027 in Children's School Issues #2,156 in Children's Friendship Books | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 11,390 Reviews | ## Images ![The Boy at the Back of the Class - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81B0P3aMkcL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Language, Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful read to that describes the refugee experience in a sensitive way for kids. *by P***R on March 21, 2023* When Ahmet joins their 4th-grade classroom, many kids are inquisitive about the new boy who speaks little English and spends recess and lunch in another room. The rumors fly, which makes the children more curious about their new classmate. London and his three close friends take it upon themselves to make friends with Ahmet, yet they have few opportunities to interact with him initially. Over time, London learns that Ahmet is a refugee but doesn't understand the significance of the word. London's mother helps him to realize in simplistic terms how refugees leave their homes because of their violent and dangerous situations in their native countries. Eventually, the kids learn that Ahmet's life has been turned upside down. His parents may or may not be alive back in Syria, his younger sister has died, and he's come to live in a new country with a foster parent (the UK), where he knows little of the language. London plans to visit the Queen of England to help Ahmet reunite with his parents. It's naive but also demonstrates his kind heart. Though I still gave the book five stars, my only complaint is that nearly every character is stereotypical regarding being good or bad. It would have been more beneficial to have multi-dimensional characters, I did appreciate that author Onjati Rauf is courageous enough to take on essential themes like acceptance, perseverance, tenacity, bullying, and prejudice. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great 4th grade book *by M***Y on February 7, 2026* My son love this book. I also love it. It has too many descriptions sentence to learn. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Queen to the Rescue *by S***D on February 16, 2024* The story captures the innocence of children who recognize the plight of their newly found friend who is a refugee and has been separated from his family. Their secret journey to notify the Queen captures your investment in their journey. It is well told and a pleasure to read. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Boy at the Back of the Class - A Royal Conundrum (The Misfits) - Maya and the Robot --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/219140554-the-boy-at-the-back-of-the-class](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/219140554-the-boy-at-the-back-of-the-class) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-09-17*