Rodiče v duchu islámské tradice trvají na domluveném sňatku, proto před nimi Naila tají, že se zamilovala. Pod záminkou návštěvy příbuzných odjedou všichni do Pákistánu a tam propuknou svatební přípravy. Zatímco rodina se těší na výhodné spojení, Naila si zoufá. Je pošetilé se bránit, když všechno je psáno ve hvězdách? Ale co kdyby vzala osud do vlastních rukou?
From the internationally bestselling author of Amal Unbound comes a delightful companion novel featuring a new lead character, Omar.
All Are Welcome meets Be Kind in this poignant and accessible picture book about the power every bystander-no matter how small-has to extend kindness and stand up in the face of intolerance.
Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who spoke up and rose up against the odds--including Malala Yousafzai! Growing up as a girl in Pakistan, Malala Yousafzai had to fight every step of the way to get an education. After she was attacked for doing so, Malala took her fight to the world stage, pushing for the right to an education for every girl, everywhere. Her activism earned her a Nobel Peace Prize and inspired girls and women everywhere to stand up for their own rights too. In this chapter book biography by bestselling and award-winning author Aisha Saeed, readers learn about the amazing life of Malala Yousafzai--and how she persisted. Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Malala Yousafzai's footsteps and make a difference! A perfect choice for kids who love learning and teachers who want to bring inspiring women into their curriculum. And don’t miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series, featuring so many more women who persisted, including Coretta Scott King, Oprah Winfrey, and more! Praise for She Persisted: Malala Yousafzai: "A compelling story that's empowering and inspirational." --Kirkus Reviews
Bilal and his father invite his friends to help make his favorite dish, daal, then all must wait patiently for it to be done.
Aisha Saeed's middle-grade debut tells the compelling story of a girl's fight to regain her life and dreams after being forced into indentured servitude.
Warrior. Princess. Hero. Diana's destiny is to be the world's greatest female super hero... if she can survive this action-packed adventure! Young Princess Diana is fierce and whip-smart, and she loves her island home of Themyscira. Her deepest wish is to be able to train with the rest of the Amazons and protect her homeland--but she's told it's out of the question. This is the year Diana hopes to persuade her mother, Queen Hippolyta, to let her learn how to fight when the world's most powerful women gather on Themyscira for a festival to celebrate their different cultures. But at the start of the festivities, an unexpected and forbidden visitor--a boy!--brings news of an untold danger that threatens Themyscira and all of its sacred neighboring lands. It's up to Diana and her best friend, Princess Sakina, to save them, even if it means tangling with a cunning demon who reveals that a terrifying force is out to capture Diana against her will. In the first of three high-octane, breathtaking Wonder Woman Adventures, Diana finally gets the chance to prove her worth as a warrior and save not just her friends and family but their entire way of life. As long as she can make it out alive herself....
The iconic superheroine is a symbol of strength, empowerment, and justice, originating from the creative vision of William Moulton Marston. Known for her exceptional combat skills and unwavering moral compass, she embodies feminist ideals and challenges traditional gender roles. Her adventures often involve themes of love, peace, and the fight against tyranny, making her a complex and relatable character. With her lasso of truth and indestructible bracelets, she navigates a world filled with both mythical and real-world challenges, inspiring generations of fans.
Rodiče v duchu islámské tradice trvají na domluveném sňatku, proto před nimi Naila tají, že se zamilovala. Pod záminkou návštěvy příbuzných odjedou všichni do Pákistánu a tam propuknou svatební přípravy. Zatímco rodina se těší na výhodné spojení, Naila si zoufá. Je pošetilé se bránit, když všechno je psáno ve hvězdách? Ale co kdyby vzala osud do vlastních rukou?
In this thrilling adventure, Diana embarks on a perilous journey to the Underworld to confront Hades after children mysteriously vanish. As she begins her warrior training, she learns that she is the only one capable of rescuing the missing kids. Facing formidable adversaries, including Hades and Persephone, she must navigate a world filled with undead souls and mythical creatures. With a sinister villain lurking, Diana must summon her inner strength to save the children and avoid being trapped in the Underworld forever.