Children 6-11 – The Islamic Library Association

Hana’s Hundreds of Hijabs

Khalisa — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:53:50 +0000

A joyful picture book that celebrates creativity, confidence, and self-expression. Hana loves her hijabs and enjoys wearing them in many different colors and styles, each reflecting her mood, activities, and personality. Through playful storytelling and vibrant illustrations, the book highlights how clothing can be a form of creativity while affirming pride in faith and identity. Hana’s Hundreds of Hijabs offers young readers a positive, affirming portrayal of a Muslim girl embracing who she is with joy and imagination.

The Proudest Blue

Khalisa — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:46:19 +0000

A powerful and affirming picture book that celebrates faith, family, and resilience. Told through the eyes of a young girl watching her older sister wear hijab to school for the first time, the story explores pride in identity alongside the challenges of misunderstanding and prejudice. With warmth and honesty, the book highlights the strength found in self-confidence, sisterhood, and community support. The Proudest Blue offers young readers a joyful and empowering story about embracing who you are and standing tall in the face of adversity.

Abdullah Hakeem: Surfing the Socials

Khalisa — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 18:14:06 +0000

As Abdullah navigates the ups and downs of social media, friendship, and growing up in the digital age. When online interactions turn tricky, he must rely on his wit, integrity, and problem-solving skills to handle misunderstandings, rumors, and peer pressure. With humor, relatable scenarios, and thoughtful lessons about communication and responsibility, this book is an entertaining and meaningful addition to the Abdullah Hakeem series.

Abdullah Hakeem: Kicking It with Frenemies

Khalisa — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 18:09:48 +0000

As Abdullah he navigates the tricky world of friendship, rivalry, and growing up. When former friends become frenemies, Abdullah must use his courage, cleverness, and teamwork to face challenges, solve problems, and stay true to himself. Packed with humor, relatable middle-grade situations, and lessons about empathy and loyalty, this book is a lively continuation of Abdullah Hakeem’s adventures.

Abdullah Hakeen Escaping the Pack

Khalisa — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 18:06:07 +0000

An adventurous and engaging novel following Abdullah Hakeem, a young protagonist who must navigate challenges, danger, and self-discovery as he seeks freedom from those who pursue him. With fast-paced action, vivid world-building, and a hero’s journey that blends courage, wit, and determination, this story explores themes of resilience, loyalty, and standing up for what is right. Escaping The Pack is a thrilling read for middle-grade and young teen audiences who love suspense, adventure, and stories of personal growth.

A Map for Falasteen

Khalisa — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 18:00:03 +0000

A beautifully illustrated picture book that follows the journey of a Palestinian child seeking connection, belonging, and a sense of home. Through tender storytelling and vivid visuals, the book explores themes of identity, heritage, displacement, and hope. Odeh’s narrative invites young readers to reflect on the meaning of home and the resilience of communities living in exile. A Map for Falasteen is both a heartfelt story for children and a gentle introduction to the experiences of Palestinian families.

Mariam’s Dream

Khalisa — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 17:56:05 +0000

An inspiring true story about resilience, generosity, and the power of community. The book follows Mariam Al-Shaar, a Syrian refugee who transforms her love of cooking into a food truck that brings not only meals, but dignity and hope to those in need. Through accessible storytelling, Boukarim highlights Mariam’s journey of displacement, determination, and compassion, showing how one person’s dream can nourish an entire community. Mariam’s Dream is a celebration of courage, kindness, and the belief that food can be a bridge between people.

The Prince of Stars

Khalisa — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 17:48:06 +0000

A lyrical and heartfelt novel that blends imagination with cultural memory and emotional depth. Centered on a young protagonist navigating identity, loss, and resilience, the story draws on folklore, faith, and the enduring power of hope. Yuksel’s evocative prose creates a world where the ordinary and the magical intersect, illuminating themes of belonging, courage, and the search for light in difficult times. The Prince of Stars is a moving exploration of growing up, holding onto wonder, and finding one’s place in the universe.

A Ramdan Night

Khalisa — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 17:43:08 +0000

A tender, atmospheric work that captures the quiet intimacy and emotional resonance of a single night during Ramadan. Through lyrical prose and close attention to ritual, memory, and connection, the book explores themes of faith, family, longing, and reflection. Presley invites readers into a moment shaped by stillness and devotion, where everyday gestures carry deep meaning and time feels suspended. A Ramadan Night is a contemplative meditation on belonging, spirituality, and the beauty found in shared traditions.

My Language Is a Garden

Khalisa — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 17:25:24 +0000

A reflective exploration of language as a living, growing force. Through carefully chosen words and layered imagery, the book examines how language is planted, nurtured, and transformed by memory, identity, and experience. Like a garden, language requires attention and patience—it grows unevenly, surprises us, and reveals meaning over time. This work invites readers to slow down, observe closely, and consider how words shape thought, connection, and self-understanding.