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The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family by Hatem Aly, S.K. Ali, Ibtihaj Muhammad

madyweyman's review against another edition

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informative inspiring fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

drbatfcc's review against another edition

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A story of being proud of who you are by an Olympic medalist in fencing

sweetrosegirl76's review against another edition

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5.0

Cute! Love the artwork and the story. Perf for all kids.

Book showed up on overdrive homepage highlighted by OCPS Librarians for Arab American Heritage month. Glad it did!

scarletshore's review against another edition

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hopeful inspiring fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

bickie's review against another edition

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4.0

A girl is excited about her older sister's first day wearing hijab at school. Her sister has chosen a hijab of a beautiful blue color. A few hecklers are acknowledged but ignored, leaving a feeling of pride, strength, and conviction. Other students at school shown in illustrations are diverse, including size, though no visibly disabled rep. Great read-aloud for discussing wearing or doing something new that you know is expressing your authentic self even though not everyone will like it. Also good for discussing why some (often white straight cis Christian) people have such strong feelings about different identity expression.

niharsatsangi's review against another edition

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emotional inspiring fast-paced

5.0

notblue's review against another edition

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5.0

The illustrations are GORGEOUS and the story is wonderful!

5/5

alittleoverdue's review against another edition

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5.0

It's on many "Best of 2019" lists for a reason. The gorgeous blues of the illustrations draw your eyes to the pages. The story celebrates the choice to wear hajib with standing proud in face of discrimination. Important and instructive for all readers to see hajib depicted in an empowering way that honors Muslim culture.

raindrops333's review against another edition

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informative inspiring lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

allisoncrutch's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful informative inspiring reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0