Mommy's Khimar
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

Mommy's Khimar

Written by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow · Illustrated by Ebony Glenn

A young girl explores her identity through her mother's colorful headscarves.

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32 pages· 534 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud· AD560L
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In a vibrant community, a young Muslim girl finds joy and connection by playing dress-up with her mother's khimars. Each scarf wraps her in love and imagination, revealing a world of cultural beauty and belonging. How will these colorful moments shape her understanding of identity and family?

From the publisher

Selected as a Best Book of 2018 by NPR, Kirkus Reviews, School Library Journal, and Shelf Awareness! A young Muslim girl spends a busy day wrapped up in her mother’s colorful headscarf in this sweet and fanciful picture book from debut author and illustrator Jamilah Tompkins-Bigelow and Ebony Glenn. A khimar is a flowing scarf that my mommy wears. Before she walks out the door each day, she wraps one around her head. A young girl plays dress up with her mother’s headscarves, feeling her mother’s love with every one she tries on. Charming and vibrant illustrations showcase the beauty of the diverse and welcoming community in this portrait of a young Muslim American girl’s life.

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Reading levels
ATOS
~3.7
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
April 3, 2018
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781534400597

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