Faruqi, Reem
 
9780063206182, 0063206188
Hardcover
 
From Reem Faruqi, award-winning author of Unsettled, Milloo's Mind, and Amira's Picture Day, comes an empowering picture book about a girl who counters bullying with love, peace, and kindness, and stands up for her Muslim culture and identity.
 
My name is Salma, which means peace.
Islam also means peace.
I wish more people knew that.
 
Salma is Muslim, an identity she takes pride in. But not everyone understands Salma’s religion the way she does, including news reporters and even a boy in her class, who bullies Salma for belonging to the culture and faith she loves. However, when things go too far, Salma finds the courage to defend herself.
 
From the acclaimed author of Milloo’s Mind, I Can Help, Amira’s Picture Day, and Lailah’s Lunchbox comes an empowering picture book about a girl who counters bullying with love, peace, and kindness.