Children’s Catalog
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The Night Before Eid: A Muslim Family Story
Author: Aya Khalil
ISBN: 9780316319331
The Night Before Eid: A Muslim Family Story celebrates the end of Ramadan as Zain helps Teita bake her famous ka’ak using ingredients from Egypt. Through songs, prayers, and family history, he savors the flavors and traditions of his heritage.
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A Place at the Table
Author: Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shoven
ISBN: 9780358116684
A Place at the Table follows Sara, new to public school, and Elizabeth, coping with her mom’s depression, as they bond in a South Asian cooking class. Despite their differences, they collaborate on a cross-cultural dish and try out for a local food show.
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It's Ramadan, Curious George
Author: H. A. Rey and Hena Khan
ISBN: 9780544652262
Curious George Celebrates Ramadan follows Curious George as he experiences his first Ramadan with his friend Kareem, learning about fasting, sharing treats, giving to others, and joining in the joyful Eid festivities in this playful, kid-friendly board book.
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Lana Makes Purple Pizza: A Palestinian Food Tale
Author: Amanda Najib
ISBN: 9798218377755
Lana Makes Purple Pizza is a 2024 award winning children's book about a girl learning to make Msakhan with her mom, celebrating Palestinian culture, food, and identity through a heartwarming culinary journey.
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Salma Makes a Home
Author: Danny Ramadan and Anna Bron
ISBN: 9781773217628
Salma Makes a Home is a gentle picture book that depicts the story of Salma and her mother as they adjust to life in a new country after leaving Syria. As they settle into unfamiliar surroundings, Salma finds comfort in community, creativity, and the small steps that make a new place feel like home.
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Amina's Voice
Author: Hena Khan
ISBN: 9781481492065
Amina’s Voice follows Amina, a Pakistani-American Muslim girl, as she navigates shifting friendships and identity struggles after her mosque is vandalized, facing the challenge of choosing between blending in and staying true to her roots.
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Flying Over Water
Author: N. H. Senzai and Shannon Hitchcock
ISBN: 9781338617665
Flying Over Water follows twelve-year-old refugee Noura and swimmer Jordyn, who meet in Florida amid rising anti-Muslim sentiment after the 2017 travel ban. As Jordyn supports Noura’s family, their friendship faces challenges from fear and prejudice, showing hope and resilience against hatred.
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Tomorrow
Author: Nadine Kaadan
ISBN: 9781911373438
Tomorrow follows Yazan as his world changes—no more park, no more play, only the sounds of news and war. His red bike sits unused as conflict keeps him indoors. Yet through it all, this uplifting story reveals a young boy’s courage and the strength of family love.
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My Grandma and Me
Author: Mina Javaherbin
ISBN: 9781406384949
My Grandma and Me follows young Mina in Iran as she shares a deep bond with her grandmother through everyday moments and imagination. This tender story is a heartfelt tribute to love, memory, and the lasting warmth of family.
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Migo and Ali: Love for the Prophets
Author: Zanib Mian
ISBN: 9780995540606
Migo and Ali: Love for the Prophets is an illustrated book that shares engaging, child-friendly stories of the prophets from Adam (A.S) to Muhammad (P.B.U.H), with fun Q&As after each story led by lovable characters Migo and Ali, who ask and answer questions kids may have.
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The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family
Author: Ibtihaj Muhammad and S.K. Ali
ISBN: 9780316519007
The Proudest Blue finds Asiya, on her first day wearing hijab as she faces stares and whispers, but her younger sister Faizah sees only strength and beauty. A story of pride, sisterhood, and standing tall in the face of ignorance.
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Five Pillars and Me: Tales of Faith for Muslim Kids
Author: Fouzia Sultana
ISBN: 9798377595298
Five Pillars and Me is a fun, story-driven introduction to the Five Pillars of Islam, seen through the daily life of a Muslim child. It blends faith with everyday moments, celebrating belief, practice, and community.
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Lailah's Lunchbox: A Ramadan Story
Author: Reem Faruqi
ISBN: 9780884484318
Lailah’s Lunchbox follows a young Muslim girl who has just moved from Abu Dhabi to the U.S. and is fasting for Ramadan for the first time at school. Unsure how to explain her faith to classmates, she struggles with fear and isolation—but finds courage through writing, her librarian, and her mother’s support.
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Unsettled
Author: Reem Farouqi
ISBN: 9780063044708
Unsettled is about Nura, who has just left Karachi for suburban Georgia, where everything feels unfamiliar—school, friendships, even the pool where she once felt strong. As she tries to fit in, tensions with her older brother grow, and a single moment of silence changes everything. Told in free verse, her story traces the quiet resilience of a girl learning to stay true to herself in a world that sees her as different.
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Amira's Picture Day
Author: Reem Faruqi
ISBN: 9780823440191
Amira's Picture Day follows Amira who is torn—Eid celebrations at home fall right on school picture day. She wants to honor both family and community traditions, and she makes a clever solution that brings new understanding to classmates and a moment of belonging.
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Golden Girl
Author: Reem Faruqi
ISBN: 9780063044753
Golden Girl Aafiyah is a Pakistani American seventh grader who is navigating shifts in friendship, family betrayal, and her own habit of “borrowing” things. Told in lyrical verse, the story explores consequences, redemption, and pride in identity.
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The House Without Lights: A Glowing Celebration of Joy, Warmth, and Home
Author: Reem Faruqi
ISBN: 9781250907219
The House Without Lights follows a quiet house that watches neighbors festoon for winter holidays while it stays dark—until a family moves in for Eid. Though they don’t decorate, warm cooking and shared joy bring light and belonging inside.
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I Can Help
Author: Reem Faruqi
ISBN: 9780802855046
I Can Help tells the story of Zahra, who loves helping her classmate Kyle, until teasing from others makes her pull away. Through reflection, she learns about peer pressure, regret, and the lasting impact of choosing kindness.
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Call Me Adnan
Author: Reem Faruqi
ISBN: 9780063284944
Call Me Adnan tells the story of a gifted table-tennis player who anticipates a championship and Eid with family. But after tragedy strikes, he must grapple with loss, guilt, and identity in verse, finding healing through support and self-acceptance.
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Anisa's International Day
Author: Reem Faruqi
ISBN: 9780063206236
Anisa's International Day follows a third grader who plans to bring her mom’s inspired samosas to International Day—only to find a classmate has the same idea. Through family wisdom, she learns that creativity and friendship can redefine celebration.
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The Kindest Red: A Story of Hijab and Friendship
Author: Ibtihaj Muhammad and S.K. Ali
ISBN: 9780759555709
The Kindest Red begins on picture day, when Faizah wears her special red dress and dreams of a kinder world. When she and her sister don’t match like other siblings, classmates inspired by Asiya’s hijab show how kindness can return in surprising ways.
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Amina's Song
Author: Hena Khan
ISBN: 9781534459885
The Kindest Red begins on picture day, when Faizah wears her special red dress and dreams of a kinder world. When she and her sister don’t match like other siblings, classmates inspired by Asiya’s hijab show how kindness can return in surprising ways.
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Under My Hijab
Author: Hena Khan
ISBN: 9781620147924
Under My Hijab celebrates six women who each wear the hijab in their own unique way, inspiring a young girl to imagine how she’ll express herself through hers. This rhyming story honors diversity, pride, and the beauty of Muslim women’s lives.
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We Are Big Time
Author: Hena Khan
ISBN: 9780593430477
We Are Big Time tells the story of Aliya, a Muslim teen who joins a hijab-wearing basketball team in Wisconsin. As they grow together on and off the court, Aliya learns that teamwork and self-confidence matter far more than the scoreboard.
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More to the Story
Author: Hena Khan
ISBN: 9781481492096
More to the Story follows Jameela Mirza, an aspiring journalist from a Muslim family in Georgia. As she navigates school challenges, her father’s absence, and her sister’s illness, Jameela learns what truly matters in storytelling—and in life.
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Night of the Moon: A Muslim Holiday Story
Author: Hena Khan
ISBN: 9780811860628
Night of the Moon tells the story of Yasmeen, a seven-year-old Pakistani American girl, as she celebrates Ramadan, Chaand Raat, and Eid. Lush, art-inspired illustrations offer a vibrant window into modern Muslim culture and its deep traditions.
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Like the Moon Loves the Sky
Author: Hena Khan
ISBN: 9781452180199
Like the Moon Loves the Sky is a lyrical picture book in which Hena Khan shares heartfelt 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, Quran-inspired art, it celebrates a mother’s love and Muslim family traditions.
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Sitti's Olive Tree
Author: Ndaa Hassan
ISBN: 9781732097049
Sitti's Olive Trees tells of olive harvesting season in Palestine, as Sitti shares with her granddaughter Reema the ancestral stories, culture, and hard work behind caring for their precious trees—a heartfelt celebration of family and tradition.
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Hilwa's Gifts
Author: Safa Suleiman
ISBN: 9781536229424
Hilwa's Gifts tells the story of Ali’s visit to Palestine for the olive harvest, where his grandfather Seedo and beloved tree Hilwa share the gifts of their fruits. Through songs, family, and tradition, Ali discovers the richness of his heritage.
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A Little Piece of Ground
Author: Elizabeth Laird
ISBN: 9781931859387
A Little Piece of Ground tells the story of Karim, a twelve-year-old in Ramallah living under curfew during the Israeli occupation. Longing to play football, he finds a hidden patch of land—but danger follows, revealing the harsh realities of life under siege.
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Salat in Secret
Author: Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow
ISBN: 9781984848093
Salat in Secret tells the story of Muhammad, who receives a special prayer rug on his seventh birthday and commits to praying five times a day. Worried about praying at school, he finds courage and the perfect place with the help of his teacher.
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My Name is Bilal
Author: Asma Mobin-Uddin
ISBN: 9781590781753
My Name is Bilal tells the story of a boy who, after moving to a new school, considers hiding his Muslim identity to avoid teasing. With guidance from a teacher and the story of Bilal Ibn Rabah, he finds pride in his name and heritage.
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The Hijab Boutique
Author: Michelle Khan
ISBN: 9780860374688
The Hijab Boutique tells the story of Farah, who must present about her mother for International Women’s Day. Worried her modest mom won’t impress her classmates, she’s surprised to learn about her mother’s past as a successful businesswoman, inspiring pride and respect.
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Ramadan Moon
Author: Na’ima B. Roberts
ISBN: 9781845079222
Ramadan Moon is a lyrical picture book that follows the moon’s phases from the first crescent to the Eid moon, capturing the wonder and joy of Ramadan and Eid. With art inspired by Iranian tradition, it shares the beauty of this special month with all readers.
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Ramadan Kareem
Author: M.O. Yuksel
ISBN: 9780063240124
Ramadan Kareem invites readers to experience the sacred traditions of Ramadan with families around the world—from suhoor and fasting to prayer and iftar. With lyrical text and rich illustrations, it celebrates the joy, gratitude, and unity of the holy month.
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I'll See You in Ijebu
Author: Bunmi Emananjo
ISBN: 9781646868445
I’ll See You in Ijebu tells the story of a Catholic girl visiting her Muslim family in Ijebu, Nigeria, for Eid al-Adha. Through rich traditions, joyful celebrations, and family connection, she experiences the beauty of Eid in the Nigerian countryside.
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A Race to Prayer (Salah): Sulaiman's Rewarding Day
Author: Aliya Vaughan
ISBN: 9780860376538
A Race to Prayer (Salah) Sulaiman's Rewarding Day follows Sulaiman as his fun plans are constantly interrupted—by prayer, rain, and car troubles. At the quad bike races, he finally discovers the blessings of a perfectly timed prayer.
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Turning Back to Allah: Sulaiman's Caving Calamity
Author: Aliya Vaughan
ISBN: 9780860378402
Turning Back to Allah: Sulaiman's Caving Calamity follows Sulaiman on a Scout trip where he must face his fear of the dark. When disaster strikes inside the cave, he turns to Allah, learning the value of sincere good deeds and repentance for past mistakes.
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Learning to Deal with Loss: Sulaiman and the Tides of Change
Author: Aliya Vaughan
ISBN: 9780860378068
Learning to Deal with Loss: Sulaiman and the Tides of Change shares Sulaiman’s joy in seaside holidays with his grandparents. When his grandfather’s health declines, he learns how life changes and how Muslims find comfort and strength through faith.
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New List Item
Author: Aliya Vaughan
ISBN: 9780860379775
Wrestling Against Anger: Sulaiman's Challenging Neighbour tells how Sulaiman faces a hostile neighbour who threatens his family one snowy night. Through hardship, he learns that real strength lies in overcoming anger and building unexpected friendship.
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Giving the Best of What You Have: Sulaiman Learns About the Blessing of Giving
Author: Aliya Vaughan
ISBN: 9781835920145
Giving the Best of What You Have: Sulaiman Learns About the Blessing of Giving tells how Sulaiman feels used in a new friendship—until he learns the reality of his friend’s struggles. He discovers that true charity is giving selflessly through time, skills, and compassion for Allah’s sake.
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Zarina Divided
Author: Reem Faruqi
ISBN: 9780063284999
Zarina Divided follows a Muslim girl in Poona during Partition whose family must flee to Pakistan. After tragedy strikes, Zarina enters boarding school seeking renewal, learning resilience and identity amid heartbreak and change.
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The House At The Edge of The World
Author: Nadine Aisha Jassat
ISBN: 9781510111639
The House at the Edge of the World begins with Amal’s family inheriting a breathtaking cliffside home, only to face a shocking ultimatum: leave in thirty days or watch it be destroyed. As the clock ticks, Amal must uncover the house’s secrets and its mysterious benefactor before Hope House is lost forever.
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Sameer and Snazzy. Kindness Counts
Author: Emma Halim
ISBN: 9780645795950
Sameer and Snazzy. Kindness Counts follows Sameer and his cheeky sidekick on a laugh-filled bushwalk in Australia. From helping a sniffly koala to ants late for a party, their wild adventure brims with surprises, silly fun, and lessons in kindness.
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Eid for Nylah
Author: Nizrana Farook
ISBN: 9788887771250
Eid for Nylah follows a curious cat as she explores her neighborhood on Eid al-Fitr. Watching families decorate, cook, and celebrate, Nylah longs to join in—until she discovers the joy of Eid when the whole community gathers and includes her too.
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Amina Banana and the Formula for Friendship
Author: Shifa Saltagi Safadi
ISBN: 9780593699140
Amina Banana and the Formula for Friendship follows Amina, a Syrian immigrant in Indiana who loves bananas, science, and yellow. Starting at a new school, she tries a “formula” to fit in—only to learn real friendship comes from being herself.
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Amina Banana and the Formula for Winning
Author: Shifa Saltagi Safadi
ISBN: 9780593699164
Amina Banana and the Formula for Winning finds Amina aiming for her school’s spelling bee medal with a “formula” of prayer, practice, and persistence. But as she juggles study, family, and friends, she learns true success means balance and being herself.
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Saif's Special Patches
Author: Humera Malik
ISBN: 9781958372678
Saif’s Special Purchases follows Saif, a boy often called “just shy.” With his mom’s patchwork quilt of memories, he recalls moments of bravery, persistence, and kindness—realizing he is growing into so much more than a single label.
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Rosie Raja: Mission to Cairo
Author: Sufiya Ahmed
ISBN: 9781801990103
Rosie Raja: Mission to Cairo takes readers to 1941, where Rosie joins her spy father to protect Egypt’s artifacts from the Nazis. Amid espionage and betrayal, she must unmask a traitor and prove her courage in this gripping WWII adventure.
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Homeland: My Father Dreams of Palestine
Author: Hannah Moushabeck
ISBN: 9781797202051
Homeland: My Father Dreams of Palestine shares how a father, unable to return home, brings Jerusalem alive for his daughters through bedtime stories of sights, sounds, and smells. They grow to love a homeland unseen, honoring memory, heritage, and hope.
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Folktales for a Better World: Stories of peace and Kindness
Author: Elizabeth Laird
ISBN: 9781623717971
Folktales for a Better World gathers seven stories of peace and kindness from places touched by conflict, from Palestine to Sudan. With rich illustrations, these timeless tales of compassion and forgiveness inspire empathy, hope, and global connection.
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Amir's Blue Jacket
Author: Sarah Musa
ISBN: 9781989079263
Amir’s Blue Jacket is a heartwarming story of love, memory, and giving. When Amir’s favorite jacket—once his grandpa’s—shrinks in the wash, he faces a choice. In deciding what to do, Amir learns that true charity means giving from what you love most.
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My Olive Tree
Author: Hazar Elbayya
ISBN: 9780593810224
My Olive Tree follows Salam, a young girl in Palestine who plants an olive seed with her grandfather’s guidance. When soldiers destroy her sprout, her community plants countless trees, showing resilience, unity, and hope rooted in the olive tree.
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Kamal's Key
Author: Hazar Elbayya
ISBN: 9780593810224
Kamal’s Key is a multigenerational tale of resilience and hope, weaving the struggles of Palestinian families with the powerful symbol of the key—representing memory, justice, and the enduring fight for freedom across generations.
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The Next New Syrian Girl
Author: Ream Shukairy
ISBN: 9780316432634
The Next New Syrian Girl follows Khadija, a bold Syrian American teen, and Leene, a Syrian refugee in Detroit. Though opposites, a secret from Leene’s past draws them together on a journey to Jordan, where friendship, identity, and belonging collide.
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My Garden Over Gaza
Author: Sarah Musa
ISBN: 9781989079256
My Garden Over Gaza follows Noura, who lovingly cares for her little brother Esam and her father’s rooftop garden. But when life in Gaza forces her to face heartbreaking loss, she must find the strength to keep giving her heart to what remains.
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The Cat I Never Named: A True Story of Love, War, and Survival
Author: Amra Sabic-El-Rayess
ISBN: 9781547604531
The Cat I Never Named: A True Story of Love, War, and Survival recounts Amra’s teenage years during the Bosnian war. Amid loss and fear, a stray calico cat brings unexpected comfort, becoming a symbol of hope, resilience, and protection in the darkest times.