Leila in Saffron

Written by Rukhsanna Guidroz · Illustrated by Dinara Mirtalipova

Leila discovers her unique identity during a family dinner.

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26 pages· 605 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· 550L

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Bookroo's summary

Leila feels uncertain about her reflection until a compliment from her grandmother sparks a journey of self-discovery. At a family dinner, she explores her senses to uncover the traits that define her. As she navigates through family, friends, and art, Leila learns to embrace her heritage and individuality. Will she find the confidence to love herself just as she is? Join Leila on this vibrant quest to uncover the beauty within.

From the publisher

A colorful journey of self-discovery and identity, this sweet, vibrant picture book follows young Leila as she visits her grandmother’s house for their weekly family dinner, and finds parts of herself and her heritage in the family, friends, and art around her. Sometimes I’m not sure if I like being me. When Leila looks in the mirror, she doesn’t know if she likes what she sees. But when her grandmother tells her the saffron beads on her scarf suit her, she feels a tiny bit better. So, Leila spends the rest of their family dinner night on the lookout for other parts of her she does like. Follow Leila’s journey as she uses her senses of sight, smell, taste, touch to seek out the characteristics that make up her unique identity, and finds reasons to feel proud of herself, just as she is.

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