 | Saving sunshine Author: Faruqi, Saadia | |
| Price: $12.29 | ||
Summary:
The poignant story of Muslim American siblings learning how to build each other up in a world that is too often unkind. In graphic novel format.
| Illustrator: | Khan, Shazleen M. |
| Accelerated Reader Information: Interest Level: LG Reading Level: 2.70 Points: 1.0 Quiz: 523215 |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (+) (07/15/23)
School Library Journal (08/01/23)
Booklist (09/15/23)
The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (+) (00/10/23)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 09/15/2023 During their family trip to Florida for a medical conference honoring their mother, it doesn’t take long for twins Zara and Zeeshan to start bickering. Amid their forced bonding time, the siblings discover deeper wounds that they both carry: Zara resents Zeeshan for not standing up for her in the past when being bullied for wearing her hijab, and Zeeshan is frustrated with ignorant people misinterpreting what it means to be a Pakistani American. But when Zara discovers a stranded sea turtle, Zeeshan surprises them both with his eagerness to help. Will the twins succeed in saving Sunshine's life? Or better yet, will they begin to see eye to eye? Faruqi, creator of Yusuf Azeem Is Not a Hero, presents a relatable sibling story that approaches tough topics like discrimination with compassion and intention. Khan’s vivid digital watercolors capture the characters’ warmth and expressiveness. Delicate chapter headings and insightful pop-up notifications enhance the engaging narrative. Heartwarming, funny, and bright, this book is sure to leave readers beaming. - Copyright 2023 Booklist.
