Explore themes of prejudice, racism, friendship, and kindness through the eyes of a child in this award-winning novel. The Boy At the Back of the Class tells the story of Ahmet, a refugee boy who joins a new class, and the extraordinary plan hatched by his classmates to help him find his family.

• WINNER OF THE BLUE PETER BOOK AWARD (UK) 2019
• WINNER OF THE WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK PRIZE (UK) 2019
• WINNER OF THE SAKURA MEDAL (JAPAN) 2020
• WINNER OF THE CHILDREN'S COWBELL AWARD (SWITZERLAND) 2021
• WINNER OF THE PRIX JANUSZ KORCZAK PRIZE (FRANCE) 2022
• The stage play adaptation was nominated for an OLIVIER (UK) 2026

• A powerful story told with heart and humor from a child's perspective on the refugee crisis.
• Highlights the importance of empathy, friendship, and standing up against bullying and rumors.
• Features beautiful illustrations by Pippa Curnick.
• Over half a million copies sold in the UK alone.
• Translated into over 20 languages.

• Author: Onjali Rauf
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Reading Age: 8 - 10 years (from customers)
• Print Length: 320 pages
• Publication Date: 12 July 2018
• ISBN-13: 978-1510105010
• Weight: 276g
• Dimensions: 128 x 30 x 196mm

This edition from Orion Children's Books offers an insightful and moving read perfect for young readers exploring complex social issues through compelling storytelling.