The Day of Ahmed's Secret
By Florence Parry Heide and Judith Heide Gilliland
Amid Cairo’s bustling streets, Ahmed discovers he can do something truly remarkable.
heartwarming · culturally rich · inspirational
Pageticker community rating
Average 4, from 3 readers
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What is The Day of Ahmed's Secret about?
Ahmed, a young boy in Cairo, spends his day delivering butane gas cylinders through the bustling streets. As he navigates the city's lively markets and ancient buildings, he holds onto a special secret. At day's end, he proudly shares with his family that he has learned to write his name in Arabic, marking a significant personal achievement.
About the author
Florence Parry Heide was a much-loved author who wrote many books for children. She is best known for her funny and imaginative stories, including 'The Shrinking of Treehorn'. Florence enjoyed making up tales that made children smile and think, and her books are still enjoyed by readers all around the world.
Pages
32 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
1997
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