Library's review
This beautifully illustrated picture book describes a young Mauritanian girl’s desire to wear a malafa, a colorful cloth worn over the head and body, just as her mother and other women in her life do. A refreshingly positive view of this oftenmaligned Muslim apparel.
Genres
Lexile
L
Publication
Schwartz & Wade (2013), 40 pages
Description
An Arab girl of the Sahara who wants to wear a malafa, the veiled dress worn by her mother and older sister, learns that the garment represents beauty, mystery, tradition, belonging, and faith.
Awards
Monarch Award (Nominee — 2016)
Mitten Award (Honor — 2014)
The Best Children's Books of the Year (Five to Nine — 2014)
Language
Original language
English
ISBN
0375870342 / 9780375870347
DDC/MDS
| 514 |