Chapter 5: Afghan Women’s Union

A reference to an Afghan Women’s Union appears on page 56. What kind of services and support do you think this organization would offer?

Chapter 5: Bringing Water

Parvana is responsible for bringing in water for the family. Why is it such an important and tiring job? Why must the water be boiled before they can drink it?

Chapter 5: Who is Mrs. Weera?

What are your first impressions of Mrs. Weera? Find two things she says or does that give you a strong sense of her character.

Chapter 4: “Everybody Leans on Everybody”

“Everybody leans on everybody in this family” (page 18). What does Parvana mean by this? Would you say this is true in your own family? How could you be a better support for family and/or friends?