How likely is it that you will unearth a hidden treasure in an Egyptian pyramid that would change the course of humanity? How about grow up with extraterrestrials on Jupiter? Travel to before the big bang occurred? Invent feminism in medieval times, attend Dracula's secret dinner party, experience Star Trek in real life, have dinner with Marlon Brando, take part in the signing of the Declaration of Independence . . . each in just five minutes?
These short stories will take you the same time to read as listening to a song. In a world where people only read summaries and headlines and get nothing out of them, here is a collection of forty short stories that will tickle your intellects and arouse your emotions. From sci-fi to comedy, from romance to drama, from love to exploration to horror, these stories will take you to different worlds, all in under five minutes.
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Alia Muhammad Baker is a librarian in Basra, Iraq. For fourteen years, her library has been a meeting place for those who love books.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company
4 - 8 Years
English
9780152054458
"In the Koran, the first thing God said to Muhammad was 'Read.'"
--Alia Muhammad Baker
Alia Muhammad Baker is a librarian in Basra, Iraq. For fourteen years, her library has been a meeting place for those who love books. Until now. Now war has come, and Alia fears that the library--along with the thirty thousand books within it--will be destroyed forever.
In a war-stricken country where civilians--especially women--have little power, this true story about a librarian's struggle to save her community's priceless collection of books reminds us all how, throughout the world, the love of literature and the respect for knowledge know no boundaries.
Includes an author's note.
*From the New York Times, July 27, 2003
A powerful, vibrantly illustrated story about the first day of school—and two sisters on one's first day of hijab—by Olympic medalist and social justice activist Ibtihaj Muhammad.
Little, Brown and Company
9 - 12 Years
English
9780316519007
Team of Authors
A powerful, vibrantly illustrated story about the first day of school—and two sisters on one's first day of hijab—by Olympic medalist and social justice activist Ibtihaj Muhammad.
With her new backpack and light-up shoes, Faizah knows the first day of school is going to be special. It's the start of a brand new year and, best of all, it's her older sister Asiya's first day of hijab—a hijab of beautiful blue fabric, like the ocean waving to the sky. But not everyone sees hijab as beautiful, and in the face of hurtful, confusing words, Faizah will find new ways to be strong.
Paired with Hatem Aly's beautiful, whimsical art, Olympic medalist Ibtihaj Muhammad and Morris Award finalist S.K. Ali bring readers an uplifting, universal story of new experiences, the unbreakable bond between siblings, and of being proud of who you are.
This is a children’s book with wonderful illustrations that helps satisfy the curiosity of children about their birth.
Prolance
4 - 8 Years
English
9780615852874
Hira Khan
This is a children’s book with wonderful illustrations that helps satisfy the curiosity of children about their birth. It uses an easy to follow theist approach to explain the origin of babies without having to resort to talk of the birds and the bees. It’s ingenious and creative. It is recommended for parents who want an easy answer to give to their younger children who have many questions.
Hassan and Aneesa are going to madrasa. At madrasa they will meet new friends and learn about Islam. Follow them as they get ready to go, for the first time, to madrasa.
Kube Publishing Ltd
4 - 8 Years
English
9780860374596
Yasmeen Rahim
Hassan and Aneesa are going to madrasa. At madrasa they will meet new friends and learn about Islam. Follow them as they get ready to go, for the first time, to madrasa. The Hassan and Aneesa series is designed to introduce young children to a range of new places. They are colourfully designed and simply written and will guide children through a range of new experiences.
Follow the trials and tribulations of the sweet, gentle and pious Zahra when her parents die
Islamic Foundation
4 - 8 Years
English
9780860374732
Fawzia Gilani-Williams
Follow the trials and tribulations of the sweet, gentle and pious Zahra when her parents die and she is left with an uncaring stepmother. A well-crafted Islamic version of the classic Cinderella story, in which faith, goodness and prayer are rewarded in the end.
This lyrically-told tale of flight, friendship and forgiveness, includes seven dwarf sisters-in-faith, a considerate huntsman and a charming prince.
Islamic Foundation
4 - 8 Years
English
9780860375265
Fawzia Gilani-Williams
After Snow White’s parents die she finds herself alone with a stepmother whose vanity is only matched by her wickedness. When the stepmother’s jinn reveals that Snow White is the ‘fairest of them all’, she does all she can to destroy her. To survive Snow White must escape the devious plans of her poisonous stepmother, who will stop at nothing to kill her.
Set in the heady snow-strewn woodlands of Anatolia by the illustrator Shireen Adams, this tale of flight, friendship, and forgiveness is richly detailed and beautifully brought to life.
This lyrically-told tale of flight, friendship and forgiveness, includes seven dwarf sisters-in-faith, a considerate huntsman and a charming prince.
Snow White is the second book in the ‘Islamic Fairy Tales’ series, which looks to offer meaningful and faithful variants of these popular stories.
Something always stops Sulaiman from having fun. First it’s Duhr prayer, then it’s the rain and then the car breaks down just as he is leaving to watch the quad bike races.
Kube Publishing Ltd
4 - 8 Years
English
9780860376538
Aliya Vaughan
Something always stops Sulaiman from having fun. First it’s Dhuhr prayer, then it’s the rain, and then the car breaks down just as he is leaving to watch the quad bike races. He eventually gets to the races, but then Asr prayer time comes around. When he is finally ready to settle back into his seat something frightening happens, and Sulaiman soon realizes the blessings of a perfectly timed prayer.
Zak and his sister Hana decide to see how many good deeds they can do in one day.
Kube Publishing Ltd
4 - 8 Years
English
9780860377177
J. Samia Mair
Zak and his sister Hana decide to see how many good deeds they can do in one day. However, everything is going wrong for Zak, and his plans only end in disappointment and lots and lots of mess.
After his misadventures, Zak realizes that it isn't only what happens that matters; his good intentions count too.
J. Samia Mair has published three children's books: Amira's Totally Chocolate World, The Perfect Gift, and the chapter book The Great Race to Sycamore Street. She is a staff writer for SISTERS magazine and Discover: The Magazine for Curious Muslim Kids.
Ilyas understands the importance of giving Zakat. But Duck is too concerned about parting with his money.
Little BIG Kids, LLC
4 - 8 Years
English
9780985072858
Omar S. Khawaja
Ilyas understands the importance of giving Zakat. But Duck is too concerned about parting with his money. Will Ilyas succeed in convincing Duck why giving money to the poor and needy is necessary? Will Duck understand how giving Zakat also benefits him and the community?
Take a trip with Ilyas & Duck to a land, Once Upon a Time, as the dynamic duo share an amazing tale of giving and receiving, community and compassion, understanding and friendship. Giving Zakat is good indeed!
A warm, endearing tale about girl power and the value of a promise, beautifully depicting the diversity of the world!
Sweet Apple Publishers
4 - 8 Years
English
9780993564406
Zanib Mian
A whimsical girl goes through life seeing one too many broken promises, including a promise from a man to give her the world, so she decides to create a promise of her own—one that can never be broken! Join her on her travels and find out if she can give herself the world! A warm, endearing tale about girl power and the value of a promise, beautifully depicting the diversity of the world!
Language: English, Also available as (Urdu, Arabic)
Code: 807341222258
Description
Noorart is pleased to present this textbook and coloring book for grades 1-2, it’s an excellent, child-friendly Islamic curriculum in modern, contemporary English. This book is designed to meet the needs of parents, weekend schools and full time schools... » See More