One thing I like is that the antagonistic boys are depicted non-racially, just plain brown, so that makes it see less judgmental about a particular race.ĭave: 4 I liked this on first read, thought maybe 3 stars, as I found it good, okay, about the hijab, sisters, bullying, the story and art just fine, but I was influenced by other factors in my rating, finally. If I go by how it was for me as a reader, and my interests, I would say 4 stars, I liked it, but if I can imagine an audience of hijab-wearing girls, I would say definitely 5 stars. And dealing with prejudice, staying strong through that. Wait, what's with all the counting (steps, and so on) and numbers in this book?! This book is really about celebrating differences. Olympic medalist and social justice activist Ibtihaj Muhammad. It was written By Olympic medalist, social activist (and hijab-wearing!) athlete Ibtihaj Muhammed with the help of (writer) She.
This is book #18 (of 20) of 2019, and we liked it. "Hatem Aly's ink-wash and watercolour illustrations perfectly complement the lyricism of Muhammed and Ali's moving text.My family reads all the Goodreads-award-nominated picture books every year.
* "This excellent story about identity, visibility, and confidence, touches on rites of passage, bonds between sisters, and bullying and is unapologetic in tackling misconceptions and demanding equality."- School Library Journal, starred review This story, as both window and mirror, inevitably educates, but more important, it encourages pride in and respect for hijab through a tale of two sisters, their bond strengthened by faith."- Booklist, starred review * "Aly's ink-wash-and-pencil illustrations settle and soar along with the language.
* "A lovely blend of emotional lyricism and closely observed everyday life."- Publishers Weekly, starred review Triumphant and true."- Kirkus Reviews, starred review The lovely, playful illustrations by Aly capture the spirit of imagination and sisterly solidarity in the face of bullying."- New York Times Book Review
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