Hena Khan
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Publication Date
2024
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English
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Discover stories of fear, triumph, and spectacular celebration in this warm-hearted novel of interconnected stories that celebrates the diversity of South Asian American experiences in a local community center.
Discover stories of fear, triumph, and spectacular celebration in the fictional town of Maple Grove, New Jersey, where the local kids gather at the community center to discover new crushes, fight against ignorance, and
2) Amina's song
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Amina's Voice volume 2
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English
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Feeling pulled between two cultures after a month with family in Pakistan, Amina shares her experiences with Wisconsin classmates through a class assignment and a songwriting project with new student Nico.-- Provided by Publisher.
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English
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Come learn about the oldest operating library in existence, which was originally founded by a Muslim woman in 859!
Merhaba! Welcome! Meet Al-Qarawiyyin Library—the oldest library in the world. Do you want to see what magical treasures are behind its doors? You'll find special reading rooms where young and old gathered to discuss, debate, and discover the world. And, most important, the collection of books that hold knowledge more
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Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets - Islamic book for kids
"A beautiful picture book that simultaneously explores shapes, Islam, and the cultures of the Muslim people." - Kirkus Reviews
Toddler book of shapes and Islamic traditions: From a crescent moon to a square garden to an octagonal fountain, this breathtaking picture book celebrates the shapes-and traditions-of the Muslim world.
Toddler book by author Hena Khan: Sure to inspire questions...
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Counting and culture come together in this stunning companion to Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns.
From one sun to countless stars, this gentle introduction to numbers also celebrates the many diverse traditions of the Muslim world, encouraging readers young and old to reflect upon-and count-their many blessings. Like Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns and Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets, this latest offering in the Concepts of the Muslim World...
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A lyrical and heartwarming celebration of a mother's love for her children by the award-winning author of Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns.
In this moving picture book, author Hena Khan shares her wishes for her children: "Inshallah you find wonder in birds as they fly. Inshallah you are loved, like the moon loves the sky." With vibrant illustrations and prose inspired by the Quran, this charming picture book is a heartfelt and universal celebration...
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English
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"A Pakistani-American Muslim girl struggles to stay true to her family's vibrant culture while simultaneously blending in at school after tragedy strikes her community"-- Provided by publisher.
A Pakistani-American Muslim girl struggles to stay true to her family's vibrant culture while simultaneously blending in at school. After her local mosque is vandalized, she is devastated. Her friend Soojin is talking about changing her name. Does Amina need...
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Zara's Rules volume 1
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English
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Ten-year-old (nearly eleven) Zara's nickname is "Queen of the Neighborhood" because she organizes the other children (even the older ones), sets the rules, and generally makes sure everyone has fun; but now another ten-year-old, Naomi, has moved in across the street and she has her own ideas about fun games, and suddenly the other kids (even Zara's younger brother Zayd) are listening to Naomi--if she is going to retain her influence Zara needs to...
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English
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Magnificently capturing the colorful world of Islam for the youngest readers, this breathtaking and informative picture book celebrates Islam's beauty and traditions. From a red prayer rug to a blue hijab, everyday colors are given special meaning as young readers learn about clothing, food, and other important elements of Islamic culture, with a young Muslim girl as a guide. Sure to inspire questions and observations about world religions and cultures,...
11) Drawing Deena
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Salaam Reads
Publication Date
2024.
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English
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"When aspiring artist Deena's anxiety reaches a breaking point, both she and her mother learn the importance of asking for help, and that, with the right support, she can create something truly beautiful."--Provided by publisher.
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Shout Mouse Press
Publication Date
2025
Language
English
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With a foreword by award-winning author Hena Khan* “Captivating and uplifting.” —starred review in Kirkus Reviews + named a Best Book of 2019* “Get it soon… It would be difficult to ignore or forget these voices.” —Rich in Color* Included on the 2020 “Rise: A Feminist Book Project” List for YA NonfictionDuring an era characterized by both hijabi fashion models and enduring post-9/11 stereotypes, ten Muslim American teenagers come...
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Chronicle Books
Publication Date
[2025]
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English
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"From the warmth of burning incense to the coolness of summer rain, this richly illustrated book of opposites is a feast for the senses, celebrating Islamic culture and family togetherness through special occasions both big and small"-- Provided by publisher.
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From the award-winning author of “Amina's Voice” and “Amina's Song” comes the third book in the charming middle grade Zara's Rules series following Zara as she tries to save her spring break!
It's spring break and Zara and Naomi have big plans...until Zara finds out that Naomi's parents are sending her to camp and Zara and Zayd are going to spend the week with their grandparents. Zara's pretty sure it's a rule that spring break is supposed...
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From the beloved author of “Amina's Voice” comes the second book in the delightful Zara's Rules middle grade series following Zara as she starts her own business!
Zara lives for bike rides with her friends-so when her shiny, brand-new bike goes missing from the park one day, she's crushed. After her parents insist, she earn the money for another one herself, Zara's determined to start a business. But what kind? A lemonade stand? Not profitable...
16) Under my hijab
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[Library Ideas, LLC]
Publication Date
2021.
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English
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Grandma wears it clasped under her chin. Aunty pins hers up with a beautiful brooch. Jenna puts it under a sun hat when she hikes. Zara styles hers to match her outfit. As a young girl observes six very different women in her life who each wear the hijab in a unique way, she also dreams of the rich possibilities of her own future, and how she will express her own personality through her hijab. Written in sprightly rhyme and illustrated by a talented...
17) We are big time
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Alfred A. Knopf
Publication Date
[2024]
Language
English
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Inspired by a true story, new Muslim student Aliya joins an all-girls, hijab-wearing basketball team, and she learns about teamwork and herself.
Aliya is new to Wisconsin, and everything feels different than Florida. The Islamic school is bigger, the city is colder, and her new basketball team is...well, they stink. Aliya's still excited to have teammates (although the team's captain, Noura, isn't really Aliya's biggest fan), and their new coach...
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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Publication Date
[2016]
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English
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George is so excited. He is going to celebrate Ramadan with his friend Kareem! Together they sample special treats, make baskets to daonate to the needy, and look for the crescent moon. Come along to celebrate this special time of year with everyone's favorite monkey in the playful book of rhymes.
19) Like a boss
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English
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"When Maya receives a mysterious, magic bracelet in the mail, she wishes to be in charge of things and, although she starts to enjoy her authority, she is soon overwhelmed by newfound responsibilities, needing the help of her long-distance friends to untangle the bracelet's magic"-- Provided by publisher.
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Unicorn Rescue Society volume 6
Publisher
Dutton Children's Books
Publication Date
2021.
Language
English
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When Professor Fauna spots a unicorn horn mounted on the wall of the Schmoke Brothers' living room, the Unicorn Rescue Society heads to the Himalayan mountains of Northern Pakistan to finally see a unicorn themselves.