The Proudest Blue

inspiring · heartwarming · empowering

What do our readers think of The Proudest Blue? (AI-Generated Summary)

Children respond warmly to the sisters’ love, the proud message and the bright illustrations, with some especially enjoying the pictures of the hijab. They also notice that the hurtful words are unfair, which can lead to thoughtful conversations about kindness and difference.

What does the Pageticker team say about The Proudest Blue?

The Proudest Blue is a warm, beautifully illustrated picture book’s celebration of family, faith and cultural identity. Told through Faizah’s loving eyes, it shows how kindness, confidence and a mother’s wisdom can help children respond to hurtful behaviour. Although teasing and bullying are referenced the overall reading experience is uplifting and empowering.

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What is The Proudest Blue about?

On her first day of school, Faizah is excited to see her older sister, Asiya, wear her beautiful blue hijab for the first time. While some classmates react with hurtful words, the sisters draw strength from their bond and their mother's wisdom, learning to stand proud and embrace their identities.

About the author

Ibtihaj Muhammad is a brilliant author and Olympic fencer from the United States. She is known for her inspiring books like 'The Proudest Blue', which she wrote with her sister. Ibtihaj loves to encourage children to be proud of who they are and to follow their dreams, no matter what challenges they face.

Discussion ideas around The Proudest Blue

Sisterly pride: What makes Faizah so proud of Asiya, and how does she show her love for her sister?

The colour blue: Why do you think the blue hijab is compared with the sea and the sky? What colours make you think of something special?

Hurtful words: How do the unkind comments affect the sisters, and what could someone do if they saw a classmate being treated that way?

Being yourself: What does the story say about being proud of who you are, even when other people do not understand you?

Learning about others: What could children kindly ask or learn when they see clothing, traditions or beliefs that are different from their own?