Muslim Girls Rise
Inspirational Champions of Our Time
$30.69
- Hardcover
48 pages
- Release Date
1 December 2019
Summary
Little Leaders meets Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls in this gorgeous nonfiction picture book that introduces readers to nineteen powerhouse Muslim women who rose up and made their voices heard.
Long ago, Muslim women rode into battle to defend their dreams. They opened doors to the world’s oldest library. They ruled, started movements, and spread knowledge.
Today, Muslim women continue to make history.
Once upon a time, they were children with dre…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781534418882 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1534418881 |
| Author: | Saira Mir, Aaliya Jaleel |
| Publisher: | Simon & Schuster |
| Imprint: | Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 48 |
| Release Date: | 1 December 2019 |
| Weight: | 499g |
| Dimensions: | 279mm x 229mm x 8mm |
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Critics Review
Compilations about women leaders have grown in number each year; now, at last, here is one about modern Muslim women that exhorts readers to “find your passion, and…RISE.” … As a collection for younger readers to browse, as a starting point for older readers, and as a source of inspiration and pride for all ages, this volume wins. Not to be missed. – Kirkus Reviews STARRED * August 1, 2019 *
About The Author
Saira Mir
Saira Mir is a physician and author of the award-winning picture book Muslim Girls Rise, which she wrote for her daughter and other children to have Muslim feminist role models. As an OB-GYN, she has cared for many families through pregnancy loss, but could not find the book she needed to help support her daughter through grief over her own family’s loss, which inspired her to write Always Sisters. She lives in the DC area with her kids and is always on the hunt for the next best playground and bubble tea.
Aaliya Jaleel is a Sri-Lankan American illustrator who loves illustrating bright, bold color palettes and floral themes. Some of her works include the books Under My Hijab, Muslim Girls Rise, and The Masjid Kamal Loves. Aaliya also works as a designer for animation.
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