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Book Recommendations

Recommended reading for adults, students, and educators — chosen by our team and partners. Browse by age group or topic to find your next great read.

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By Elizabeth Laird

A story about a young Palestinian boy growing up in the West Bank, dealing with the challenges and hopes of life under occupation.

By Aisha Saeed

A novel about a Pakistani girl who dreams of becoming a teacher but is forced into indentured servitude.

By Hena Khan

A story about a Pakistani-American girl finding her voice and balancing her cultural heritage with fitting in at school.

By Zanib Mian

A humorous and heartwarming series about a young Muslim boy and his adventures.

By Danny Ramadan

A touching story about a young Syrian refugee girl who tries to make her mother happy by cooking a traditional meal.

By Ibtisam Barakat

A memoir about the author's childhood experiences during the Six-Day War and her life as a Palestinian refugee.

By Farhana Zia

A novel about a young Muslim girl navigating middle school and her faith.

By Veera Hiranandani

A novel in diary format about a half-Muslim, half-Hindu girl during the partition of India in 1947.