Fatima Sharafeddine's work delves into the complexities of childhood, often weaving in themes of war and loss. Her writing, shaped by personal experiences during Lebanon's civil war, offers a sensitive and honest exploration of a child's inner world when faced with adversity. Sharafeddine strives to give children a voice and provide them with tools to express their feelings, ultimately offering readers a sense of hope and resilience.
Set against the backdrop of war-torn Beirut, a determined teenage girl named Faten yearns for freedom from a life of servitude. Her journey is marked by her stubbornness and impulsiveness as she navigates the challenges of pursuing education, independence, and love. However, these aspirations come with significant risks, requiring her to engage in secrecy and deception. Faten's struggle highlights the complexities of longing for a better life amidst the chaos of conflict.
The story explores the relationship between Mimi and her hardworking mother, a busy doctor often fatigued after long hours. When Mimi insists her mother quit her job, the mother devises a plan to help Mimi understand the significance of her work. Through this journey, themes of appreciation for dedication and the importance of balancing family and career are highlighted, showcasing how love and understanding can bridge the gap between their worlds.
What's that noise? Tweet, Quack, Moo is a playful read for children learning to count to ten and imitate animal sounds. From barking dogs to clucking chickens, there's so many noises to count!
PICTURE STORYBOOKS. Mimi hates her curly hair and wishes she had straight, silky hair - just like princesses in stories and mermaids in the sea. Her friend Fatima has the sort of hair Mimi wants! If only she could get a hair straightener but her mum says no. But what happens when Mimi dreams her hair is straight?. Ages 0+
When Mimi and her family visit Paris they have a lovely time. They explore famous places and eat delicious food. But when Mimi goes to feed the pigeons she gets lost! How will Mimi find her family in a city full of strangers?
Mimi's learning the piano - which is exciting But it's really hard, much more difficult than she thought it would be and she really wants to give up. Can her mum and teacher convince her to carry on? Will Mimi learn the piano in time for the school concert?
Born in Persia more than a thousand years ago, Ibn Sina was one of the greatest thinkers of his time -- a philosopher, scientist and physician who made significant discoveries, especially in the field of medicine, and wrote more than one hundred books. As a child, Ibn Sina was extremely bright, a voracious reader who loved to learn and was fortunate to have the best teachers. He memorized the Qur'an by the age of ten and completed his medical studies at sixteen. He spent his life traveling, treating the sick, seeking knowledge through research, and writing about his discoveries. He came up with new theories in the fields of physics, chemistry, astronomy and education. His most famous work is The Canon of Medicine, a collection of books that were used for teaching in universities across the Islamic world and Europe for centuries. Ibn Sina's story, told in the first person and beautifully illustrated, provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the great intellects of the past.
Ibn Battuta recalls his amazing journey and the fascinating people, cultures, and places he encountered. He traveled extensively, throughout Islamic lands and beyond -- from the Middle East to Africa to Europe to Asia nearly 700 years ago
