Books like Under My Hijab
Award winning
Night of the Moon: A Muslim Holiday Story
Hena Khan, Julie Paschkis, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights Muslim culture through vibrant storytelling.
Introduces Islamic celebrations with engaging narrative.
Enhances cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Supports empathy development and global perspective.
Night of the Moon: A Muslim Holiday Story
Hena Khan, Julie Paschkis, 2008
Award winning
Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets: A Muslim Book of Shapes
Hena Khan, Mehrdokht Amini, 2018
30 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Islamic culture through captivating shapes and colors.
Enhances recognition skills with uniquely themed illustrations.
Offers educational insights into geometric concepts.
Invites discussion on diversity and cultural appreciation.
Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets: A Muslim Book of Shapes
Hena Khan, Mehrdokht Amini, 2018
Award winning
Yoon and the Christmas Mitten
Helen Recorvits, Gabi Swiatkowska, 2006
32 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural identity and adaptation.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diversity.
Beautiful illustrations complement engaging storyline.
Stimulates meaningful discussions on traditions and belonging.
Yoon and the Christmas Mitten
Helen Recorvits, Gabi Swiatkowska, 2006
Award winning
The Year of the Book: Anna Wang
Andrea Cheng, Abigail Halpin, 2012
146 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and cultural identity.
Encourages empathy and understanding through character development.
Supports literacy and language skills enhancement.
Ideal for shared reading between parents and children.
The Year of the Book: Anna Wang
Andrea Cheng, Abigail Halpin, 2012
Award winning
I Am More Than My Hair: A Young Girl's Journey with Alopecia
Atira Alexander, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Empowers children facing unique challenges.
Promotes self-acceptance and resilience.
Educational insight into Alopecia.
Inspires confidence in personal differences.
I Am More Than My Hair: A Young Girl's Journey with Alopecia
Atira Alexander, 2023
Award winning
Sisters First
Jenna Bush Hager, Barbara Pierce Bush, Ramona Kaulitzki, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates sisterhood with warmth and charm.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy among siblings.
Encourages cooperation and understanding in family relationships.
Inspiring story with positive role models.
Sisters First
Jenna Bush Hager, Barbara Pierce Bush, Ramona Kaulitzki, 2019
Award winning
Erika-San
Allen Say, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural diversity and acceptance.
Inspires resilience and pursuit of dreams.
Encourages exploration and open-mindedness.
Beautiful, engaging illustrations enhance narrative.
Erika-San
Allen Say, 2009
Award winning
Marisol McDonald Doesn't Match / Marisol McDonald no combina
Monica Brown, Sara Palacios, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates uniqueness and confidence in individuality.
Bilingual text enhances language development.
Encourages embracing both cultural and personal identity.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
