alittleoverdue's review against another edition
4.0
So wonderful to see some Muslim representation in the pages of children's picture books! For that reason alone, the book stands out, but the charming illustrations and story elevate it still further. I love how the book explains the different names it goes by ("khimar" or "hijab") and also being informative about how khimars are removed in the evening and some people choose not to use them. Yet those are just naturally woven in with the story without feeling didactic. Highly recommend adding this to a diverse picture book collection.
nanceoir's review against another edition
5.0
This is super cute and sweet and has such a lovely sentiment.
agirlsnightbookbash's review against another edition
4.0
Very sweet story about a girl with a big imagination who idolizes her mommy. I found it very sweet the things she could become when wearing her mom's khimar. The illustrations were beautiful. Lovely.
danicapage's review against another edition
4.0
Beautiful and needed representation. I think this one is a beautiful way to represent Muslim women and girls and imaginative play and tolerance.
alexandraidonea's review against another edition
5.0
5 stars! 5,000 stars! A book hasn't made me this happy in a long time. Such an important message of diversity and inlcusivity (her Christian grandmother!) without bashing readers over the head. And a protagonist with so much imagination. Reminded me of being a child, which is what children's books should do for adults.
kbbru's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
I listened to the audio, so I can't comment on the illustrations. The story is sweet and engaging, and the text is immersive enough that the listener has no trouble following the story in the absence of the illustrations. Occasionally the music is more distracting than supportive of the narrative, but that may be more about my own audio processing issues than a real concern for most listeners' experience. Recommended.
snazel's review against another edition
4.0
This book would probably work as a basic introduction to hijabs or khimar, for kids who don’t have those in their life, but it’s more focused on kids whose mums are hijabi, I think. It’s a very good depiction of that time— I remember it very clearly— in early childhood when you want to be Just Like Mommy. Everything she does is magic, especially grownup clothes, and makeup, and fancy hair things. And veils, if you’re Muslim. This is a really lovely look at what it’s like to be that age, and it’s just singing out to be read to a child of that age, by Mom, closing that circle of love and wonderment at the other person.
madelinefmcguire's review against another edition
5.0
The story of a little girl who likes to wear her mommy's yellow khimar. The young girl takes the reader through how special the yellow khimar is and shows different interactions with others.
I love this book. I'm so glad I picked it up for class. The illustrations are very bright and cheerful and the representation in this book is so important.
I love this book. I'm so glad I picked it up for class. The illustrations are very bright and cheerful and the representation in this book is so important.
readingthroughtheages's review against another edition
4.0
A wonderful book to include in your collection of picture books that represent families. I love that the young girl in the story is celebrating a tradition that bring her joy because of the connection with her mother.