I am Malala
I type carefully as I write this review so as not to focus on the political opinions concerning the Taliban. Stories like I am Malala are inspiring to me because they show us in modern times the strength of the youth. Malala was young and intelligent, she had reason to be afraid of her life yet she chose to work hard and become as well educated as possible so that she would be prepared to say the write things when the opportunity presented itself.
I believe so strongly in the importance of education for all people, but especially oppressed women. Education must be the best way to improve the safety and security of those who live in such dangerous circumstances.
People who speak out about their horrific experiences will always have opponents, often because the truth can be scary but also because the truth is so unbelievable. I hope my daughters have the strength of Malala but I also secretly hope they never have to use it.
Historical Value – 5
Emotional Value – 4
Entertainment Value – 2
Personal Character Value – 4
Age Recommendation – 15+
We realize the importance of our voices only when we are silenced.”
― Malala Yousafzai, I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban
“When the whole world is silent, even one voice becomes powerful.”
― Malala Yousafzai, I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban
“Education is education. We should learn everything and then choose which path to follow.” Education is neither Eastern nor Western, it is human.”
― Malala Yousafzai, I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban
“Let us pick up our books and our pens, they are the most powerful weapons.”
― Malala Yousafzai, I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban
“My mother always told me,”hide your face-people are looking at you”.I would reply,”it does not matter;I am also looking at them”
― Malala Yousafzai, I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban
“Our men think earning money and ordering around others is where power lies. They don’t think power is in the hands of the woman who takes care of everyone all day long, and gives birth to their children.”
― Malala Yousafzai, I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban
“If one man can destroy everything, why can’t one girl change it?”
― Malala Yousafzai, I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban
“The Taliban could take our pens and books, but they couldn’t stop our minds from thinking.”
― Malala Yousafzai, I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban