"A solid read about being your best self on and off the court, with an appealing Muslim protagonist. (Fiction. 7-11)"
Zayd's basketball obsession shares the spotlight with family developments in this third book in the Zayd Saleem, Chasing the Dream series.
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"A delightful follow-up from a writer who understands children, family, and culture. (Fiction. 7-10)"
In this second installment of the Zayd Saleem, Chasing the Dream series, Zayd navigates challenging times on his new basketball team and changing relationships with both his best friend and his favorite uncle.
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"Readers will cheer for Zayd and look forward to the next volume. (Fiction. 6-11)"
Fourth-grader Zayd has the passion to make the gold basketball team, but his latest obstacle might make him miss the upcoming tryouts.
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"A good accompaniment to the duo's Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns, which featured a Western Muslim family (2012), in a collection of children's books with an Islamic theme. (Picture book. 3-7)"
A beautiful picture book simultaneously explores shapes, Islam, and the cultures of the Muslim people.
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"A perfect first book for this new Muslim imprint. (Fiction. 10-14)"
A Pakistani-American girl starting middle school learns how to cope with the changes and challenges she faces at home, at school, and within her close-knit Muslim community.
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"A vibrant exploratory presentation that should be supplemented with other books. (Picture book. 4-7)"
A sophisticated color-concept book featuring a contemporary family introduces Islam to young Muslims and children who don't practice this faith.
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Yasmeen's mother points out the little sliver of the crescent moon to remind her of the new month that means Ramadan, the holiest month of the Muslim year.
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