Egyptian Lullaby

Written by Zeena M. Pliska · Illustrated by Hatem Aly

A lullaby unveils Cairo's vibrant life and culture each night.

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40 pages· AD630L

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Every night, a young girl drifts to sleep as Auntie Fatma sings a lullaby of Cairo's vibrant life. From the Nile's gentle flow to the calls of prayer and children playing soccer, each verse paints a vivid picture of the city. Discover the heart of Cairo through this enchanting bedtime ritual, where every note reveals a new facet of its bustling streets and serene moments. What stories does the night hold in this rich tapestry of Egyptian culture?

From the publisher

A rich, beautifully layered ode to the great city of Cairo, Egypt, its people, and culture. Every night, my Ametti Fatma sings the sounds of Egypt to me as I fall asleep. This is the Nile, that flows through the city. Swish, swoosh, swish. This is the boat, that glides on the Nile, that flows through the city. Swish, swoosh, swish. Each night, a young girl’s Auntie Fatma puts her to bed, singing a lullaby filled with rich imagery of her home in Egypt. As Auntie Fatma sings, we are given a glimpse of modern Cairo, from boats making their way down the Nile to gentle calls to prayer from the mosques to young children joyfully playing soccer in the streets. Join Zeena Pliska and Hatem Aly on a vibrant journey to Cairo in this gorgeous, layered song.

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