Families who loved In Search of Safety: Voices of Refugees by Susan Kuklin often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.

A parent would reach for this book when their teenager begins asking complex questions about global conflict, displacement, or the lived reality of the evening news. This collection of first-person narratives moves beyond statistics to provide a deeply human look at five refugees who fled war and persecution in Iraq, Myanmar, South Sudan, Afghanistan, and Burundi. It explores profound themes of resilience, bravery, and the search for belonging in a new land. While the subject matter is serious, it is presented with a dignity and optimism that honors the strength of the human spirit. It is an essential choice for fostering global empathy and understanding the intricate process of building a new life in America.