I'm always a sucker for books about passionate protectors of libraries. I liked Baker's determination and creativity.

رحمها الله..توفيت السيدة عالية باقر (أمينة مكتبة البصرة منذ أسبوع) في العراق ( )

Another banned books selection. This true story is about a librarian who saved 70% of her library's books knowing that the likelihood of our being bombed and burned was high. Another one I wouldn't hesitate to put in the hands of a child. I would love to find out more about this woman! ( )

Great book that shed lights on getting through tough times. Would suggest 4th grade and up read the book due to more mature themes such as warfare. ( )

Recommended Ages: Gr. K-4

Plot Summary: Alia Muhammad Baker is the librarian in Basra. She anticipates trouble for the books in her library when the war begins, so she and some friends manage to get most of them out before a bomb starts a fire in the building.

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Recurring Themes: bravery, devotion, war, conflict, friendship, library

Controversial Issues: none

Personal Thoughts: This easy read shows war, and the worry that comes with war, without the blood. I love that it's a woman who saved the books.

Genre: nonfiction, biography

Pacing: very quick, about 1-3 sentences per page
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