

"Hatem Aly's ink-wash and watercolour illustrations perfectly complement the lyricism of Muhammed and Ali's moving text. * "This excellent story about identity, visibility, and confidence, touches on rites of passage, bonds between sisters, and bullying and is unapologetic in tackling misconceptions and demanding equality."- School Library Journal, starred review

This story, as both window and mirror, inevitably educates, but more important, it encourages pride in and respect for hijab through a tale of two sisters, their bond strengthened by faith."- Booklist, starred review * "Aly's ink-wash-and-pencil illustrations settle and soar along with the language. 30 Total Resources 10 Awards View Text Complexity Discover Like Books. The first day of school includes a new backpack and light-up shoes for Faizah, and. * "A lovely blend of emotional lyricism and closely observed everyday life."- Publishers Weekly, starred review Inspired by the experiences of Olympic medallist Ibtihaj Muhammad, this is a beautiful and powerful story about the bond shared between siblings and being. The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family. Triumphant and true."- Kirkus Reviews, starred review The lovely, playful illustrations by Aly capture the spirit of imagination and sisterly solidarity in the face of bullying."- New York Times Book Review The Proudest Blue by Ibtihaj Muhammad READ ALOUD RING AROUND RONINA 22,633 views 174 Dislike Share Ring Around Ronina 1.5K subscribers.
