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9 Stories on Children's Burn Foundation
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As scars heal, Youssif settles back into boyhood

Youssif stands on stage beaming as he belts out "Jingle Bell Rock," his tiny burned hands waving in sync with his classmates at Hamlin Street School.

Youssif rubs face with hands, says 'no hurt'

Youssif happily pulls off his plastic face mask and pats his cheeks, which were once covered by horrific burns.

Youssif smiles again

Youssif squats at the edge of the lake at Balboa Park near Los Angeles, tentatively holding out bread for the ducks, his large dark eyes widening in delight and fear as it's snatched from his hands.

Defiant Youssif puts on brave face

Burned Iraqi boy Youssif shows no fear as he stares up at the rock-climbing wall. "I can do it fast and then I am going to stand on top."

Help is on the way for Youssif

Few stories have touched CNN.com users like that of 5-year-old Youssif, an Iraqi boy who had gone out to play on a January day when he was suddenly grabbed by masked men, doused in gas and set on fire.

Youssif and family arrive in U.S.: 'Am I in heaven?'

Youssif, the 5-year-old Iraqi boy who was savagely burned by masked men, arrived in the United States late Tuesday with his family -- the first step toward his lengthy rehabilitation.

Your e-mails: 'Miracles still happen'

After hearing the story of Youssif, CNN readers and viewers around the globe responded with speed and generosity.

U.S. soldier: I cried for Youssif

A U.S. soldier who served in Iraq was so moved by the story of Youssif he had to do something.

Father of burned boy: 'Anything for Youssif'

Dressed in a Superman shirt, 5-year-old Youssif held his sister's hand Friday, seemingly unaware that millions of people across the world have been touched by his story. Nearby, his parents talked about the new future and hope they have for their boy -- and the potential for recovery from his severe burns.

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