![]() As an inaugural AMAL fellow with the Muslim Anti-Racism Collaborative (MuslimARC), she developed foundational curricular frameworks for youth and adult anti-racist programming. A former English teacher, she educated children and teens in traditional and alternative learning settings for more than 15 years. Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, M.S.Ed, is a Philadelphia-based, award-winning children’s book author. ![]() ![]() ![]() Publisher : Salaam Reads / Simon & Schuster Books for You With a universal message of love and community, this book offers a beautiful representation of a too-often-overlooked cultural group.” –Kirkus Reviews – starred review, February 15, 2018 “At the core of the story is the love between the girl and her mother….The words are often lyrical, and the story artfully includes many cultural details that will delight readers who share the cheerful protagonist’s culture and enlighten readers who don’t. Charming and vibrant illustrations showcase the beauty of the diverse and welcoming community in this portrait of a young Muslim American girl’s life. “A khimar is a flowing scarf that my mommy wears.īefore she walks out the door each day, she wraps one around her head.”Ī young girl plays dress up with her mother’s headscarves, feeling her mother’s love with every one she tries on. ![]()
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