1. Malala’s relationship with her parents, particularly her father, is arguably one of the most important factors in Malala’s story. Why are her family members so important to her work, and why do you think her parents, especially her father, had such a huge influence?
2. Malala’s passion and activism for women’s rights and education may lead the reader to forget that she is only 16 years old when writing her story. Are there moments in or recollections of her school and home life when you feel that the “teenager” in Malala becomes apparent?
3. Malala’s mission is obviously about education. Why her mission so important? Why does everyone need access to education? Why are women so hurt without the access they deserve? How is society as a whole affected?
4. The book's title is an answer to the question the gunman asks before shooting Malala. What is the significance of the title, and how are names significant throughout the book?
5. Why is the telling of the history of Swat significant? How does this meaning show itself when Malala describes her current surroundings?
6. Do you agree with Malala that books and pens are our most valuable weapons? Explain your thoughts.
7. What are a few of your favorite Malala moments from the book?
1. Malala’s relationship with her parents, particularly her father, is arguably one of the most important factors in Malala’s story. Why are her family members so important to her work, and why do you think her parents, especially her father, had such a huge influence?
2. Malala’s passion and activism for women’s rights and education may lead the reader to forget that she is only 16 years old when writing her story. Are there moments in or recollections of her school and home life when you feel that the “teenager” in Malala becomes apparent?
3. Malala’s mission is obviously about education. Why her mission so important? Why does everyone need access to education? Why are women so hurt without the access they deserve? How is society as a whole affected?
4. The book's title is an answer to the question the gunman asks before shooting Malala. What is the significance of the title, and how are names significant throughout the book?
5. Why is the telling of the history of Swat significant? How does this meaning show itself when Malala describes her current surroundings?
6. Do you agree with Malala that books and pens are our most valuable weapons? Explain your thoughts.
7. What are a few of your favorite Malala moments from the book?