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With a shiny new backpack and light‑up shoes, Faizah is excited for her first day of school—an event that also marks her older sister Asiya’s debut of a stunning blue hijab, described as a sea‑blue fabric reaching the sky. Throughout the day, Faizah faces hurtful comments and confusing words about the hijab. In response, she discovers new ways to stay strong, offering support to Asiya and encouraging acceptance.
The story celebrates family, faith and resilience in a diverse school environment, showing how comfort in one’s identity can inspire courage in others.
First publish date: 2019
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Ibtihaj Muhammad
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