Do You Even Know Me?
"With colorful, appealing cartoon illustrations and a text that reads aloud well, this touching story encourages kids not only to accept people from different cultures and religions but to stand up for themselves when they're being bullied." —ALA Booklist (starred review)
From award-winning author Reem Faruqi, of Amira's Picture Day, Lailah’s Lunchbox, Milloo's Mind, and Unsettled, comes an empowering picture book about a girl who stands up for her Muslim culture and identity and counters bullying with love, peace, and kindness.
My name is Salma, which means peace. Islam also means peace. I wish more people knew that.
Salma is Muslim, an identity she takes pride in. But not everyone understands Salma’s religion the way she does, including news reporters, and even a boy in her class, who bullies Salma for belonging to the culture and faith she loves. However, when things go too far, Salma says, “Enough is enough!” and finds the courage to defend herself while also spreading a message of peace.
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 40
Book Binding: Hardcover
Year of Publication: 2024
Publisher: HarperCollins
Language: en
ISBN: 9780063206182
Creator Bio
Reem Faruqi and Ani Bushry are the co-authors of Do You Even Know Me?, a powerful and poignant novel that explores themes of identity, culture, and family dynamics. Faruqi is an award-winning writer and educator whose work has been featured in numerous publications, including The New York Times and The Huffington Post. She is also the author of the critically acclaimed children's book Lailah's Lunchbox. Bushry is a social worker and therapist who has a deep passion for helping children and families navigate difficult issues. Together, Faruqi and Bushry bring a wealth of insight and sensitivity to their writing, creating a compelling and thought-provoking story that will resonate with readers of all ages.
