The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family

The Proudest Blue: A Story of Hijab and Family is a story about the two sisters, one of whom goes to school for the very first time, while the other wears the hijab for the first time in her life. With her new backpack and light-up shoes, Faizah knows the first day of school is going to be special. It's the start of a brand-new year and, best of all, it's her older sister Asiya's first day of hijab — a hijab of beautiful blue fabric, like the ocean waving to the sky. But not everyone sees the hijab as beautiful, and in the face of hurtful confusing words, Faizah will find new ways to be strong? The author, Ibtihaj Muhammad was the first American to compete at the Olympic Games while wearing a hijab (in 2016) and made history by becoming the first Muslim American woman to win a medal. Her accomplishments however do not stop here; she is also a dedicated activist, New York Times bestselling author, an entrepreneur, and was listed as one of Time magazine’s “100 Most Influential People.” Paired with Hatem Aly's beautiful, whimsical art, Ibtihaj Muhammad and S.K. Ali bring readers an uplifting, universal story of new experiences, the unbreakable bond between siblings, and of being proud of who you are. Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers; Illustrated edition (September 10, 2019) Language: English Hardcover: 40 pages Reading age: 4–8 years Grade level: Preschool–3