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Shabana Hussain
Hamza’s plans for a fun Saturday change after his family learns that Uncle Sameer has died. Instead of spending the day with his grandparents, he attends an Islamic funeral for a friend and neighbor. Through the day, Hamza learns about the parts of a janaza while responding to the loss that has affected his family and community. The book includes extensive back matter.
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A Human for KingsleyGabriel Evans, illustrated by Gabriel EvansKingsley the dog decides that he wants to own a human, treating the choice as a serious responsibility. Finding the right person proves difficult: some humans do not appreciate dogs in the way Kingsley believes they should. His search continues as he tries to identify someone who will be exactly right for him. Along the way, the story considers the importance of feeling needed and presents the bond between a dog and a person as a form of friendship. Simple color illustrations accompany this funny and tender search for companionship and belonging.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Happy Birthday to MeThao Lam, illustrated by Thao LamOn her birthday, a girl celebrates with a group of party guests and experiences a fast-changing range of emotions. Turning another year older brings different feelings over the course of her special day, rather than one single mood. By the end, she finds comfort with her mother. The story follows the emotional movement of a birthday celebration, from the energy of the party to a quieter moment of family reassurance.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Hanukkah Upside DownElissa Brent WeissmanSeparated by an ocean, cousins Noah and Nora set up a contest during Hanukkah. Noah celebrates from New York while Nora takes part from New Zealand. Each cousin is determined to show that their own holiday celebration is the better one. Their competition gives them eight opportunities to make their case as they live on opposite sides of the globe.Under FiveOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details