A Hope More Powerful Than the Sea

Throughout the book Doaa is frequently uprooted and faces many challenges in her journey. Describe the struggles Doaa and her family encounter. How does Doaa overcome adversity? How do the conflicts she confronts in Syria compare to those she experiences in Egypt? What are the challenges she faces to immigrate to Egypt? Why is it difficult for Doaa to immigrate to Europe? How do the themes of The Interconnected World, The Power of Humanity, and Finding a Sense of Purpose assist Doaa on her journey to find peace?

Teaching Suggestion: Students will likely find it helpful to use the text and their reading questions as resources in analyzing Doaa’s journey chronologically. Because the topic covers many story details, students may benefit from discussing Doaa’s journey with a partner and recording details prior to responding.