Year Eleven at an exclusive prep school in the suburbs of Melbourne, Australia, would be tough enough, but it is further complicated for Amal when she decides to wear the hijab, the Muslim head scarf, full-time as a badge of her faith--without losing her identity or sense of style.
The Middle East has long been a hotbed of conflict, and Israelis and Palestinians have fought over territory for many years. Through the friendship of two boys, one in the West Bank and one in Jerusalem, readers learn about the heavy cost of continual violence.
The author provides information about the Islamic religion as it is practiced by the majority of American Muslims, discusses the ways in which Islam is often perceived and portrayed in the U.S., and shares personal stories about her life and family.
This examination of islamophobia looks at the history of Islamic extremism, and discusses the ways in which Islamist atrocities have caused Westerners to question how they can protect themselves without persecuting innocent Muslims.
Provides an in-depth look at the Muslim experience in the United States including the past, present, and future of the American Muslim community and how misunderstandings about Muslim beliefs can lead to discrimination and alienation.
Far from the "model teen," Naeem moves fast to outrun the eyes of his hardworking Bangladeshi parents, their gossipy neighbors, and the other forms of surveillance in his immigrant neighborhood in Queens, but when his mistakes catch up with him and the police offer a dark deal, will Naeem be a hero or a traitor?.
In interweaving stories of sixteen-year-olds, modern-day Jesse tries to cope with the ramifications of her brother's death on 9/11, while in 2001, Alia, a Muslim, gets trapped in one of the Twin Towers and meets a boy who changes everything for her as flames rage around them.
Explores the history of discrimination toward American Muslims, what is being done today to fight prejudice, personal stories of those affected, and more.
Othello appoints Cassio his chief lieutenant, but Iago believes he should have gotten the appointment and plots revenge against both Othello and Cassio.
Provides an overview of the history, beliefs, texts, and practices of Islam. Focuses on the role of Muslims in each region of the world, and includes a chronology, glossary, and sources of additional information.
