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Saving Sunshine

Saving Sunshine

Published in
2023
4.09
on Goodreads (850)

Description

From Saadia Faruqi and Shazleen Khan comes a relatable, funny, and heart-wrenchingly honest graphic novel about Muslim American siblings who must learn how to stop fighting and support each other in a world that is often unkind. It's hard enough being a kid without being teased for a funny sounding name or wearing a hijab. It's even harder when you're constantly fighting your sibling―and Zara and Zeeshan really can't stand each other. During a family trip to Florida, when the bickering, shoving, and insults reach new heights of chaos, their parents sentence them to the worst possible fate―each other’s company! But when the twins find an ailing turtle, it presents a rare opportunity for teamwork―if the two can put their differences aside at last.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
224 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • Engaging narrative that fosters imagination
  • Relatable characters that embody resilience and teamwork
  • Themes that emphasize the importance of environmental conservation
  • A heartwarming exploration of friendship and its impact on personal growth