The stunning memoir of a Muslim teen struggling to survive in the midst of the Bosnian genocide--and the stray cat who protected her family through it all. *Six Starred Reviews* A YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction Finalist A Capitol Choices Remarkable Book A Mighty Girl Best Book A Malala Fund Favorite Book Selection In 1992, Amra was a teen in Bihac, Bosnia, when her best friend said they couldn't speak anymore. Her friend didn't say why, but Amra knew the reason: Amra was Muslim. It was the first sign her world was changing. Then Muslim refugees from other Bosnian cities started arriving, fleeing Serbian persecution. When the tanks rolled into Bihac, bringing her own city under seige, Amra's happy life in her peaceful city vanished. But there is light even in the darkest of times, and she discovered that light in the warm, bonfire eyes of a stray cat. The little calico had followed the refugees into the city and lost her own family. At first, Amra doesn't want to bother with a stray; her family doesn't have the money to keep a pet. But with gentle charm this kitty finds her way into everyone's heart, and after a few near miracles when she seems to save the family, how could they turn her away? Here is the stunning true story of a teen who, even in the brutality of war, never wavered in her determination to obtain an education, maintain friendships, and even find a first love--and the cat who gave comfort, hope, and maybe even served as the family's guardian spirit.

In 1967, a twenty-five-year-old refugee named Bashir Khairi traveled from the Palestinian hill town of Ramallah to Ramla, Israel, with a goal: to see the beloved stone house with the lemon tree in its backyard that he and his family had been forced to leave nineteen years earlier. When he arrived, he was greeted by one of its new residents: Dalia Eshkenazi Landau, a nineteen-year-old Israeli college student whose family had fled Europe following the Holocaust. She had lived in that house since she was eleven months old. On the stoop of this shared house, Dalia and Bashir began a surprising friendship, forged in the aftermath of war and later tested as political tensions ran high and Israelis and Palestinians each asserted their own right to live on this land. Adapted from the award-winning adult book and based on Sandy Tolan's extensive research and reporting, The Lemon Tree is a deeply personal story of two people seeking hope, transformation, and home.

Building on the Oxford AQA GCSE Religious Studies Student Books, this Revision Guide offers a structured approach to revising. 1. RECAP: key content from the Student Book is condensed and re-presented in simple visual styles to make content memorable and help retention. 2. APPLY: students actively apply the content they have just revised to build the knowledge and evaluative skills needed for the exams. 3. REVIEW: regular opportunities to practice exam questions and review answers direct students to pinpoint any areas of weakness in knowledge or skills, identifying where they'll need to concentrate their efforts for further revision. This Revision Guide covers Catholic Christianity, Islam, Judaism and Thematic Studies. With all the essential content condensed and made memorable, and plenty of exam practice, tips and annotated sample answers, students can feel confidently prepared.

A charming activity book, bursting with joyful animals and colorful backgrounds, that introduces children to the Prophet Adam, and one particular story of his. Full of activities including crosswords, puzzles, mazes and colouring, this book is a wonderful way to teach children about the Prophet Adam, the wonders of Paradise where he once lived, and how Iblis got him to disobey Allah.

A wonderful account of the sense of touch given to us by the creator, which can be explored endlessly with young children through feeling objects and performing actions, encouraging them to give thanks to God.

A charming activity book, bursting with joyful animals and colorful backgrounds, that introduces children to the Prophet Nuh, and his great ark/. Full of activities including crosswords, puzzles, mazes and colouring, this book is a wonderful way to teach children about the Prophet Nuh, his attempts to help his people, and the great flood that came down.

A selection of poems written over a few years by a mother to her son, in response to the many questions and conversations they had about Allah's Existence, Presence, Knowledge and so much more. A beautiful gift for any child starting their journey of discovering God (Allah).

A fun-filled, colourful, interactive book where children can learn and practice the Arabic alphabet in an interactive way. Use your finger to trace the alphabets or use the wipe and clean option to practice. Once mastered the alphabet, you can then learn the various vowels before the next stage of learning a few Arabic words.

A charming activity book, bursting with joyful animals and colorful backgrounds, that introduces children to the Prophet Ibrahim, and the little birds.

Full of activities including crosswords, puzzles, mazes and colouring, this book is a wonderful way to teach children about the Prophet Ibrahim, his closeness to Allah, and the miraculous story of the little birds.

The wonders of all of our senses are introduced to children in simple rhyme, along with the most important gift of all, a heart with which to love and give thanks to God. A classic title that will inspire gratefulness and gratitude in children for the gifts they already have. Allah gave me two eyes to see the black of night the white of snow and the colors of the bright rainbow Fatima D'Oyen was born in New York in 1960 and embraced Islam in 1979. An author of several books for Muslim children, she has also been active in Islamic education since 1983 in the United States and Europe in a variety of capacities. Currently she is director of Manara Education, a UK-based social enterprise promoting holistic approaches to Islamic education and parenting.

When a child loses a parent, it leaves a large void that is filled with many questions. This book provides a gentle introduction to opening up the discussion about death and what it means from an Islamic perspective. Journal pages have been included at the end as a means to encourage children to express their own thoughts and feelings through writing or drawing.

Please note this book is suitable for any student studying: Exam board: Edexcel Level: GCSE Subject: Religious Education First teaching: September 2016 First exams: June 2018 We are working with Edexcel to receive endorsement of this Student Book. This textbook offers a brand new approach to the study of Islam which has been developed in close consultation with teachers and religious organisations. Structured according to the new specification with clear, regular summaries, this book provides students with exactly what they need to know for the course. Practice questions are provided for every topic, as well as sample answer activities and revision checklists. 'Stretch' and 'support' features provide useful differentiation, and case studies show real-life stories or perspectives from Islam as it is practised today.

In Forgiving Others Ali's friend Faisal shows him that good friends always forgive each other, which really isn't that hard. There are good lessons in that for children (and adults too). It is essential for children to develop good character, morals and values from a young age. Reading good books, with good messages and good role models is part of this character development. Colourful, funny and educational, the perfect combination for young readers.

Millions of non-Muslims know the name of the Muslim scripture, whether it is written as "Qur'an" or "Quran" or "Koran." But for most, that is all they know. Many have fallen victim to the mass of misinformation that circulates about the Qur'an. Others may have tried to read the Qur'an, but the text itself is tough to decipher. With no sense of context, chronology, or interpretive history, many would-be readers of the Qur'an quickly give up the effort. As for those trying to find out what the Qur'an says about any particular subject or issue, they, too, soon discover that this is not a simple or straightforward undertaking. A clear, concise introduction to the holy book that guides the lives of 1.6 billion people on our planet, this brief volume opens the world of the Qur'an to interested readers who want to know where this scripture came from and how it has achieved a profound influence in today's world. Writing in an easy-to-read question-and-answer format, Jane McAuliffe, one of the world's foremost scholars of the Qur'an, introduces readers to this important text by discussing its origins, structure, themes, interpretations, and what it has to say about a host of critical contemporary issues. Where did the Qur'an come from? Do Muslims believe that the Qur'an is God's own word? How do Muslims study the Qur'an? What does the Qur'an say about God? About family? About ethics? About violence? By answering the questions that many people have about the Qur'an and its role in Muslim faith, this book offers an invaluable resource for anyone who is curious about one of the world's most important faiths.

Provide students with a strong understanding of religion with high quality, engaging and content-rich resources building a firm foundation for the new GCSE 9-1 Religious Studies. Deliver a rich, coherent RE course at KS3 and equip pupils with a deep understanding of religion with ready-made, flexible and high quality KS3 lessons. 'Knowing Religion' is written by an author team of experienced RE teachers and led by series editor Robert Orme of West London Free School. Discover the history and beliefs of Islam as well as Islam in the modern world Start teaching straight away with Teacher Guide resources available on Collins Connect, including teaching ideas and support along with answers to questions in the student books Give pupils the grounding they need to excel at GCSE RS Ignite an interest in religion through a compelling narrative, fascinating facts and extraordinary people Aid pupil memory with a 'knowledge organiser' at the end of each unit covering key vocabulary, people, places, and dates Spark discussion and assess understanding with questions for each lesson including longer-form discursive questions to provide extended writing and essay practice Each book structured as 16 lessons to offer flexibility and map onto the school timetable with ease The 'Knowing Religion' series also includes resources on Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism, Hinduism and Sikhism

A charming activity book, bursting with joyful animals and colorful backgrounds, that introduces children to the Prophet Sulaiman, and one particular story during his life. Full of activities including crosswords, puzzles, mazes and colouring, this book is a wonderful way to teach children about the Prophet Sulaiman's ability to speak with animals through interaction and play.

Please note this book is suitable for any student studying: Exam board: Edexcel Level: GCSE Subject: Religious Education First teaching: September 2016 First exams: June 2018 This Student Book has been endorsed by Edexcel. This textbook offers a brand new approach to the study of Islam which has been developed in close consultation with teachers and religious organisations. Structured according to the new specification with clear, regular summaries, this book provides students with exactly what they need to know for the course. Practice questions are provided for every topic, as well as sample answer activities and revision checklists. 'Stretch' and 'support' features provide useful differentiation, and case studies show real-life stories or perspectives from Islam as it is practised today.

"We hear the adhan It's time to pray, 'Allah is Great!' Rise up, don't delay! "How do we do it? That's easy you see, Our Prophet* taught us, 'Pray just like me.'"

A colorful, fun-to-read introduction that explains the ways and whys of
Muslim worship, faith, and religious life.

"What You Will See Inside a Mosque" will: Satisfy kids curiosity about what goes on in mosques attended by their friends, broadening awareness of other faiths at an important age when opinions and prejudices can first form. Provide Muslim children with a deeper understanding of the practices of their own religious tradition. Give children the opportunity to ask questions, making them more active participants.

Colorful full-page photographs set the scene for concise but informative descriptions of what is happening, the objects used, the clergy and laypeople who have specific roles, the spiritual intent of the believers, and more.

"The Quran in Plain English: A Simple Translation for Children and Young People".