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We Are Palestinian : A Celebration of Culture and Tradition by Reem Kassis (2023, Picture Book)

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We Are Palestinian : A Celebration of Culture and Tradition, Hardcover by Kassis, Reem; Eilouti, Noha (ILT), ISBN 1623717256, ISBN-13 9781623717254, Brand New, Free shipping in the US "A stunning non-fiction children's book celebrating everything Palestinian! From culture and food, to music and literature, We Are Palestinian is a celebration of Palestinian heritage. Brought to life by award-winning writer Reem Kassis, every spread is filled with wonderful anecdotes, fascinating facts, and memorable quotes. It is beautifully illustrated by Noha Eilouti, an emerging Palestinian-Canadian illustrator"--

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PublisherInterlink Publishing Group, Incorporated

ISBN-101623717256

ISBN-139781623717254

eBay Product ID (ePID)18059034062

Product Key Features

Book TitleWe Are Palestinian : a Celebration of Culture and Tradition

Number of Pages112 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicHistory / Middle East, People & Places / Middle East

Publication Year2023

IllustratorEilouti, Noha

GenreJuvenile Nonfiction

AuthorReem Kassis

FormatPicture Book

Dimensions

Item Height0.6 in

Item Weight18.4 Oz

Item Length7.5 in

Item Width9 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience

LCCN2023-012340

Dewey Edition23

ReviewsThis wonderful book is really a love letter to Palestine itself, describing what it is that makes Palestinians an identifiable Arab nation and imparts to children the reasons they can take pride in their culture ... [B]eautifully illustrated by Noha Eilouti, a Canadian-Palestinian visual artist whose drawings complement the text and make every single page a visual treat ...., Kassis's love and care for the Palestinian culture are made clear through this lovely and accessible educational tool; a valuable purchase ... Kassis has set out to share parts of Palestine's culture with young readers by selecting content that would educate, excite, and engage them ... The presented information is shared on visually appealing spreads per subject. In addition to the relevant and beautiful illustrations by Eilouti, readers will find 'fun facts' and 'did you know?' boxes for each topic., Anyone who is raising Palestinian children in the diaspora owes Reem Kassis a huge debt of gratitude. The acclaimed cookbook author decided to write a children's book, she tells us in the introduction to We Are Palestinian, because she wanted to show her young daughters and all young readers 'how beautiful their culture is and that they can take part in it and be proud of it no matter where they are in the world.' Kassis accomplishes this--and more. This wonderful book is really a love letter to Palestine itself, describing what it is that makes Palestinians an identifiable Arab nation and imparts to children the reasons they can take pride in their culture. That foundational understanding will stand them in good stead as they grow up in what can often feel like a hostile environment. The text is arranged into seven chapters, each describing a different component of Palestine: geography, cultural symbols, specific people who make a difference, agriculture, cuisine, song and dance, and history and religion. Written for young readers ages nine years and older, every chapter includes a 'Did You Know?' and 'Fun Fact' blurb that is designed to inform, engage and inspire. Adults can learn a thing or two from them, too. The text is beautifully illustrated by Noha Eilouti, a Canadian-Palestinian visual artist whose drawings complement the text and make every single page a visual treat. Appropriately, the book begins with geography: the cities, towns and villages in which Palestinians have lived their lives over the centuries. People are rooted in specific places, and few people have had their connection to a specific geography come under sustained and relentless attack as have Palestinians. Kassis selects 11 cities and presents distinctive features of each. I was glad to see that Kassis devoted a chapter to agriculture, a tribute to Palestinian agrarian heritage. The text encourages young readers to give some thought to the richness of that tradition, which evolved over centuries of intentionally tending the land. Children need role models, and Kassis chose internationally known writers and poets such as Edward Said and Mahmoud Darwish, but also singers, artists, oud players and novelists whose names are less familiar but who have contributed substantially to Arab culture, such as novelist Sahar Khalifeh and Arab Idol singer Mohammed Assaf. Shireen Abu Akleh, a long-time Al Jazeera journalist, made international headlines when she was killed by the Israeli military in May 2022, but here Kassis' focus is on what made Abu Akleh a role model for young girls and beloved throughout the Arab world: her determination to tell the stories of ordinary people, a purpose that overrode every other consideration. Palestine produced Abu Akleh as it did the people, places and cultural expressions celebrated in this book, and Palestinian parents now have a book to give their children that will help them appreciate their rich heritage., Reading and cooking from this essential book--a thoughtful collection of great recipes, historical and cultural insights, and beautiful photographs--will move you closer to understanding this complex, fascinating part of the world., "Gr 4-8-Palestine is located on the Eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea in Southern Asia. How much, though, does one know about the history and culture of this long-standing civilization? With her daughters in mind, Kassis has set out to share parts of Palestine's culture with young readers by selecting content that would educate, excite, and engage them. Divided into seven sections, Kassis introduces readers to topics that include Palestinian cities, cultural symbols, agriculture, cuisine, performing arts, and notable people. The presented information is shared on visually appealing spreads per subject. In addition to the relevant and beautiful illustrations by Eilouti, readers will find "fun facts" and "did you know?" boxes for each topic. A table of contents and index are included. VERDICT Kassis's love and care for the Palestinian culture are made clear through this lovely and accessible educational tool; a valuable purchase for libraries."

Dewey Decimal306.095694

SynopsisA stunning non-fiction children's book celebrating everything Palestinian! BOOKSTAGANG BEST BOOK OF 2023 WINNER From culture and food, to music and literature, We Are Palestinian is a celebration of Palestinian heritage. Brought to life by award-winning writer Reem Kassis, every spread is filled with wonderful anecdotes, fascinating facts, and memorable quotes. It is beautifully illustrated by Noha Eilouti, an emerging Palestinian-Canadian illustrator. Discover ALL about the history of iconic Palestinian symbols like tatreez embroidery, or the inspiration behind Mahmoud Darwish's poetry. As you turn every page, you'll find yourself lost in the world of Dabke (the folk dance of Palestine) and amazed by its famous old cities; you'll try traditional food like knafeh, explore the different religions, and find out much more. Each spread of We Are Palestinian is accessible, richly inspiring, and visually stunning. Young readers are going to love discovering more about Palestine. This is the perfect book for parents, educators, and caregivers wishing to explore new worlds of culture and custom with children!

LC Classification NumberDS118.K28 2023