Reem Faruqi

“With colorful, appealing cartoon illustrations and a text that reads aloud well, this touching story encourages kids not only to accept people from different cultures and religions but to stand up for themselves when they're being bullied.” —ALA Booklist (starred review) From award-winning author Reem Faruqi, known for Amira's Picture Day, Lailah’s Lunchbox, Milloo's Mind, and Unsettled, comes an empowering...

Lailah's Lunchbox explores the journey of Lailah, who solves her problem with the help of the school librarian and her teacher. In doing so, she learns that she can make new friends who respect her beliefs. This gentle, moving story from first-time author Reem Faruqi comes to life through Lea Lyon's vibrant illustrations. Lyon uses decorative arabesque borders on intermittent...