Amina’s Wish: A Tale of Resilience
Written by Elissar Saleh
Illustrated by Elissar Saleh
Published by Little Hibba
Told through her granddaughter’s eyes, Amina images a world of peace where olive groves thrive, children play safely and meals are shared in harmony.
Each wish brings hope for a brighter future rooted in family, resilience and love.
Perfect for ages 6+, this gentle story inspires children to believe in a world filled with understanding and freedom.
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Publication Date: September 2026
Available As: Paperback
Picture Book, Age 06 or older
Community Represented: Palestinian/Palestinian American
Themes: Cross-Group Friendship, Cultural Empowerment, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Family, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Identity, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Storytelling, Family Relationship: Grandparents, Generation: 2nd, Mental Health, Multilingual: Arabic Featured Words, Multilingual: Hebrew Featured Words, Own Voices/Lived Experience, Refugee: Persecution, Refugee: War/Conflict, Religious Background: Jewish, Religious Background: Muslim, Trauma & Healing
Setting: Unspecified (Western Country)
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Refugee, 2nd Generation
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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