The Swirling Hijaab (Punjabi-English)

Author: Na'ima bint Robert
Illustrated by: Nilesh Mistry
Paperback: 24 page(s)
Age Range: 3 - 8
Ontario curriculum: Language - Reading

Book Description:

A lyrical book about the feelings a little Muslim girl has for her head scarf, her Hijaab. Beautifully illustrated, this softback book is available in English with 19 languages.

Books for Keeps
This is a superb book, with evocative full page illustrations sweeping across each double page spread. A simple but equally evolcate text in rhyme, A very welcome dual language title.

The Guide to Literacy Resources 2002
A very special book and extremely timely. Beautiful illustrations combined with simple but engaging text.

Best Books 2002
The Swirling Hijaab, a celebration of the Muslim faith, is a joy of a book.