In this lyrical ode to Islam, Muslim children all over the world are encouraged to celebrate their faith and traditions. This book is not just a religious guidance, but tells how build self-esteem and resilience. And it will be very helpful for non-Muslim readers to understand their faith better, without influence from radical groups/persons.
On a plain neighborhood wall is a painted hand. Every day, passersby stop for a moment and place their hands on it, pausing for a moment to think of someone far away. Family in another land. A father working in another state. A sister away at college. A grandmother who has passed away. The painter of the hand misses someone, too: his mother, who is incarcerated. But while he waits for her to come home, the hand is there to connect them and make them feel less lonely. This book celebrates family and community, and shows us that no matter our circumstances, missing a loved one is an experience that can bring us closer together. >>> Inspired by the author’s experience to work art project in women’s prison. The more details found in the author’s note on the last page. >>>>Katie Yamasaki ‘s books in SHI collection.
Is school only one place? Are there other classrooms? Different teachers? New lessons? In this charming, thoughtful picture book, author-illustrator Ellie Peterson explores learning, adventure, and the thousands of things you can discover outside a classroom – about the world, about your family, and about yourself. Because school is truly wherever you are.
Two well-known authors come the newest story about not only recognizing differences amongst one another but learning to embrace them. This book teaches kindness, inclusivity, and acceptance to children around the world. Whether people practice different religions or come from different type of families, this book will be sure to help children realize that perhaps it is these differences that make the world the special pace they see today. >>> Paul Meisel’s books in SHI collection.
By Elisa Amado, Illustrated by Alfonso Ruano (Groundwood Books – 2019 )
The girl in this story has recently moved with her family from Mexico to Brocklyn. On the very first day at her new school, she meets a girl who makes her feel understood and whom she understands. A true friend. But when she invites her friend over for dinner with her family, she suddenly feels that her friend is uncomfortable. Maybe for her, their food is weird. May be even morse, their favorite song – a classic of longing and homesickness – puts her off. Somethig shifts, and she no longer feels safe at all. What will it be like somorrow at school? This book tells a story of how difficult it is to come from somewhere else and how essential it is to feel seen and known for who you truly are. And beautiful illustrations depicts the depth of feeling that the friends experience.
Sophia loves finding fussils and digging up dinosaur bones. But she doesn’t love the way all the grown-ups just want her to smile. What does smiling have to do with the very serious business of being a scientist?! She’ll smile when she has something to smile about! In this book, a young girl shows that being strong, and smart, and really good at what she does is more than enough-and if she smiles, it’s because she wants to! >>> In the last pages, found some explanation of words related with Sophia’s world and the paleontologist’s took kit.
Sometimes today stretches way too looooong. Sometimes today passes in a too-fast flash. But a favorite today can last. It’s up to you to freeze the now and keep it – in your mind, in your heart, always. >>> On the last pages, found helpful instructions about mindfulness. >>>> Stephanie Graegin’s books in SHI collection.
In nearly every neighborhood of almost every town, you will find little brothers and little sisters, all longing for the same thing. What do they long for? A turn at the wheel and a chance to shine… But also a helping hand and a partner in crime. By turns humorous and moving, this book explores the good, the bad, and the lovely of having – and being – a sibling.
Whether in soft sunlight or rain-drizzled night or winter’s frost-etched breath, three children share the love and joy of friendship while exploring the wonders of nature. Inspired and reimagined Elizabeth Barrett Browning’s wellknown poem in the Victorian era, 1837 ~1901, the author creats a lyrical, evocative ode to the love of family and friends. and Christopher Silas Neal brings the poetry to life with his beautiful, imaginative and whimsical illustrations. >>>On the last page, found the original poem of Elizabeth Barrett Browning.
Musa’s feeling nervous about his first day of school. When he meets classmates Moises, Mo, and Kevin, he’s not sure they’ll have much in common. But over the course of the year, they learn all about one another and become the best of friends. In this charming story of friendship, family traditions, and sharing, children will see how celebrating our differences can bring us together. >>> On the last pages, additional information about four holidays presented in this book. >>>>Rahele Jomepour Bell’s books in SHI collection.
