There used to be an empty chair at the back of the class, but now a new boy called Ahmet is sitting in it.
He never talks and never smiles and doesn’t like sweets – not even lemon sherbets, which are my favourite!After learning that he has fled his own war-torn country, Ahmet’s classmates have ‘The Greatest Idea in the World’ – a magnificent plan to reunite Ahmet with his family. An unexpected and often hilarious adventure follows, all topped off with a terrific twist.
Told from a child’s perspective, balancing heart and humour, The Boy at the Back of the Class highlights the power of friendship and kindness in a world that doesn’t always make sense and reminds us that everyone needs a place to call home.
‘A lovely, warm-hearted celebration of courage and friendship.’
The Guardian
‘This is a beautiful, open-hearted debut that should help children be the best they can be and realise the power of kindness.’
Book Trust
Winner of the Blue Peter Book Award 2019
Winner of the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize 2019
Hotels near Belgrade Theatre
Staying overnight in Coventry?
Wondering where to stay that's close to Belgrade Theatre? We've teamed up with Booking.com to provide the best room rates for hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs near the The Boy At The Back Of The Class event in Coventry.
Premier Inn Coventry City
In the heart of Coventrys city centre, close to the cathedral and the West Orchard shopping centre, the hotel offers great value, with spacious, comfortable and modern en suite rooms..
Highcroft Guest House
Highcroft Guest House provides 3-star bed and breakfast accommodation with Sky TV and free Wi-Fi, just 2 minutes walk from the centre of Coventry. All rooms at Highcroft Guest House offer both free Wi-Fi access and flat-screen HD TV..
Britannia Hotel Coventry
Next to Coventry Cathedral, the Britannia is a 5-minute walk from the citys shops, theatres and restaurants. It offers en suite rooms, free Wi-Fi and a restaurant with cathedral views..
Ramada Hotel & Suites
Just a 10-minute walk from Coventry Rail Station, the 4-star Ramada Hotel & Suites boasts a prime position at the heart of Coventry city centre. A 24-hour front desk is provided and St Michaels Cathedral is less than 1-mile from the Ramada..
Premier Inn Coventry City
Only 10 minutes walk from Coventry City Centre, this Premier Inn provides bright, modern rooms with an en suite bathroom. Guests can dine in the on-site restaurant, and Coventry Rail Station is less than a 15-minute walk away..
ibis Coventry Centre
With a superb central location, right in the historic centre of the city and just 5 minutes walk from Coventry Railway Station, the Ibis Coventry offers modern air-cooled rooms..
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