The Kindest Red: A Story of Hijab and Friendship
Written by Ibtihaj Muhammad
and S.K. Ali
Illustrated by Hatem Aly
Published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
It’s picture day and Faizah can’t wait to wear her special red dress with matching hair ribbons, passed down from her mother and sister. Faizah’s teacher starts the day by asking her students to envision the kind of world they want, inspiring Faizah and her friends to spend the day helping one another in ways large and small.
But when it’s time for sibling pictures, Faizah realizes that she and her older sister, Asiya, don’t match like her classmates do with their siblings. With help from her classmates inspired by Asiya’s hijab, Faizah finds that acts of kindness can come back to you in unexpected ways.
From Olympic medalist Ibtihaj Muhammad and fellow bestselling, award-winning creators S.K. Ali and Hatem Aly comes a heartfelt exploration of friendship, faith, and the joy of spreading kindness wherever you go.
Primary ISBN: 9780759555709
Publication Date: January 2023
Available As: Hardcover
Picture Book, Age 04 or older
Community Represented: Muslim/Muslim American
Themes: Accolades & Awards: Starred Review, Celebrations, Cross-Group Friendship, Welcoming by School
Setting: United States
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Unknown Arrival
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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