Mommy’s Khimar

By Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow
Mommy's Khimar
Synopsis
A young girl plays dress up with her mother’s headscarves, feeling her mother’s love with every one she tries on. Charming and vibrant illustrations showcase the beauty of the diverse and welcoming community in this portrait of a young Muslim American girl’s life.
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    VIRTUE
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    ★★★★★
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    ★★★☆☆
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    ★★★★☆
  • Beauty
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    Ratings are based on aesthetics, linguistic beauty, poignancy, and how well a book embodies ihsan—harmonizing excellence.
    ★★★★☆
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Illustrator: Ebony Glenn
Publisher: Salaam Reads / Simon Schuster Books for Young Readers
Published: 2018
Page Count: 32
ISBN13: 9781534400597
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