Mehrdokht Amini
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Diverse Books-Muslim Children and Families in Picture Books
Diverse Books-Muslim Children and Families in Picture Books
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"In simple rhyming text a young Muslim girl guides the reader through the traditions and shapes of Islam"--Provided by publisher.
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Diverse Books - Near East/Levant/Arabian Peninsula Picture Books
Diverse Books-Muslim Children and Families in Picture Books
Diverse Books-Muslim Children and Families in Picture Books
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In this counting book, a young boy introduces some of the basic principles of Islam.
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Books for Discussing Diversity and Difference with Young Children
Diverse Books - Near East/Levant/Arabian Peninsula Picture Books
Diverse Books-Muslim Children and Families in Picture Books
Diverse Books - Near East/Levant/Arabian Peninsula Picture Books
Diverse Books-Muslim Children and Families in Picture Books
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In simple rhyming text a young Muslim girl and her family guide the reader through the traditions and colors of Islam.
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Diverse Books - Latino/Latinx, Hispanic, and Latin American Children
Diverse Books-Muslim Children and Families in Picture Books
Diverse Books-Muslim Children and Families in Picture Books
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A Muslim father tells his daughter why she is special and why she should be proud and celebrate her heritage.
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Arab American Heritage Month for Young People
Diverse Books - Near East/Levant/Arabian Peninsula Picture Books
Diverse Books - Near East/Levant/Arabian Peninsula Picture Books
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Moses Feldman and Mohammed Hassan both live on Flatbush Avenue, but when they meet at the grocery store they quickly become best friends, sharing a picnic while their families prepare for the holidays of Rosh Hashanah and Ramadan.
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"Nimesh is walking home from school. Except ... there happens to be a shark in the corridor. And a dragon in the library! And why would crossing the road lead to the North Pole? In this fun-filled adventure, Nimesh is just walking home from school ... isn't he?"--Page [4] of cover.
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"Seven wise and wonderful stories, showing how peace and kindness can make our world a better place. These inspirational, timeless stories are from Ethiopia, Sudan, Palestine, Yemen, Afghanistan, Syria--plus a rare Uighur story from China. Beautifully told by renowned storyteller Elizabeth Laird, with stunning illustrations by the internationally acclaimed Iranian artist, Mehrdokht Amini"--Back cover.
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"Organized as a dictionary, entries in this book for middle-grade readers present words related to creating a better, more inclusive world. Each word is explored via a poem, a quote from an inspiring person, and a short personal anecdote from one of the co-authors, a prompt for how to translate the word into action, and an illustration"-- Provided by publisher.
10) Snail's ark
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As a large storm approaches, snails Esther and Solomon make their way to the ark.
11) Sensitive
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"A young girl hears messages that she's too sensitive and needs to change. The messages travel into her body, and she ultimately changes the negative comments into an affirmation that being sensitive is her strength"-- Provided by publisher.
12) It's up to us: building a brighter future for nature, people & planet : the children's Terra Carta
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An illustrated exploration of nature, the threats our planet faces, and what people can do to build a better future. Based on the Terra Carta, a sustainability roadmap, issued by His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales and his Sustainable Markets Initiative.