My name is not Refugee’ is available to view as a 3D walkthrough using the player below. This virtual experience enables you to explore the physical exhibition as if you were there, at any time, remotely on a digital device. A powerful and moving exploration that draws the young reader into each stage of the journey, inviting the chance to imagine the decisions he or she would make. From the winner of the V&A Student Illustration Award 2016. My Name is Not Refugee is an incredibly powerful picture book aimed at both children and kids alike. I have done all sorts of things in my working life. I have painted pub signs and made prints; been a teacher and a carer. I have always made images and thought up stories, but it was a job at the local library that changed everything for me: I fell in love with children’s books. Part of my job was to read to groups of pre-school children at Rhyme Time, which was an excellent way of discovering which books kept their attention, indeed which books kept my attention. I also helped with Chatterbooks and the Summer Reading Challenge, both of which involved talking to children about books. It was an education. We wondered why picture books contain lots of farm yard animals but no mobile phones, yet most children know all about mobile phones and have never met a lamb. We discussed whether Moody Margaret would beat My Naughty Little Sister in a fight, and we decided she definitely would. Despite my great age, I am, in many ways, about eight years old, and I still love to draw and make up stories. Becoming part of the world of children’s book feels like coming home.”

World Refugee Day is celebrated on June 20 of each year. It's designed to honour all refugees around the globe and recognise their strength and courage.

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BUT in my opinion, the story has been diluted. As a white female, I am privileged to only know of refugees from the stories of others and what I see on the news, however, regardless of whether this is a children’s book, I feel that this story does not reflect the true fear and panic that come from leaving a country not by choice. I was instantly in love with the cover, the art on it was pretty. It still took me a bit before I actually read it though. Nothing against refugees, I am happy that we can give these people a chance for a safe life, a happy life. But there is just SO MUCH about refugees, books about them (from picture books to YA), or authors just moving refugee characters in their books. At first I was quite interested in reading these books, but after months of seeing it everywhere... it just gets too much. Sorry. :( This picture book tells the story of a young boy who is talking to his mother about the journey they have to take. His mother explains that they will have to leave their town and it will be sad but also a little bit exciting. He is so young and needs to know what will happen to them. His mother is trying to make is seem like an adventure so he will not be so frightened. They will have to say goodbye to friends and family members, and that will be hard for them. The journey will be difficult. They will have to walk long distances but they will see many new and interesting things. In addition, all the Experiences and Outcomesof the learning experiences are identified for each activity.

why do you think his mum tells the little boy: You’ll be called Refugee but remember Refugee is not your name. (He is still the same person he always was, even if other people see him as a refugee and call him a refugee); World Refugee Day is an international day of observance, held on June 20 each year. The day is dedicated to helping raise awareness and build a greater understanding of the situations which affect humans all over the world. But I am more than happy to read this book. It tells us the story of a little boy who has to leave his home, most of his family. He is going on a big trip with his mom, and she explains to him all he can expect. From tiny beds, to lots of lorries and cars, to strange food and strange words, to new friendship. I loved how the mom took her time to explain everything to the little boy, held him tight, hugged him a lot, and made sure he was knowledgeable about the journey. Good job mom!Kate Milner’s My Name is Not Refugee is a beautifully-illustrated story that explains the refugee crisis in a touching and accessible way. Readers are taken a long the little boy’s journey from his hometown and country to a new, safe place.