The Boldest White: A Story of Hijab and Community (The Proudest Blue #3)
by Ibtihaj Muhammad (Author) Hatem Aly (Illustrator)
In this call to bravery from Olympic medalist Ibtihaj Muhammad, Faizah learns to overcome her fears and stand in front of the crowd in this beautiful celebration of family, fencing, and community.
Faizah loves being part of the community at her mosque, and she loves being part of the group at her fencing lessons. When all eyes are on her, though, Faizah freezes up. Mama says bravery will come with time, but there's a fencing tournament coming up--does Faizah have what it takes to be bold?
Love, honesty, and courage shine through every page of this empowering picture book from the bestselling, award-winning team behind The Proudest Blue and The Kindest Red.
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School Library Journal
K-Gr 3--The third installment in Muhammad and Ali's chronicles of a young Muslim girl focuses on summoning courage in the middle of discomfort. This book tracks Faizah through her fencing journey and her struggle with performance anxiety. Uncomfortable with being the center of attention, she finds solace in retreat--being part of the crowd at her mosque, or as part of her fencing class. She feels safety and security in being covered by her hijab, and by her fencing uniform. Being part of the crowd "feels right." Standing out does not. Her supportive mother encourages her, assuring that bravery will come to her when it is needed. Rich, digitally enhanced ink and pencil illustrations beautifully evoke all the movements of fencing and the warmth in the community of which Faizah is a part. Fans of the previous titles will not be disappointed. VERDICT A recommended addition to picture book collections in elementary schools and public libraries.--Jennifer Noonan
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Kirkus
A winning tale to be shared over and over.
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JUV013070 - Juvenile Fiction | Family | Siblings
JUV032000 - Juvenile Fiction | Sports & Recreation | General
JUV033270 - Juvenile Fiction | Religious | Muslim
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