Contrast the way boys and girls are treated in Pakistan, beginning at birth. Malala’s father places her name on the family tree.
It is the first female name on the family tree in 300 years. Explain the symbolism of this bold act by her father. Malala’s father tells her that he will protect her freedom. (p. 24) Why does he blame himself when the Taliban attacks Malala? How does her mother soothe his thoughts?
