The Proudest Blue Series

By Ibtihaj Muhammad

Three companion picture books about hijab, sisterhood, kindness and courage in a loving Muslim family.

inspiring · heartwarming · empowering

Pageticker community rating

Average 4.47, from 32 readers

What is The Proudest Blue series by Ibtihaj Muhammad about?

Written and published between 2019 and 2024, this three-book picture-book series follows sisters Faizah and Asiya and their Muslim family. In The Proudest Blue, Asiya wears hijab for the first time and Faizah learns about pride, belonging and responding to unkindness. The Kindest Red explores friendship and how small acts of kindness travel through a community, while The Boldest White finds Faizah facing nerves and discovering her own courage. Ideal for ages 4–8; includes gentle references to Islamophobic bullying and emotional upset.

Genres

Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing

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.

All the books in The Proudest Blue series

The Proudest Blue

by Ibtihaj Muhammad

When hurtful words fly, can Faizah and Asiya discover strength in standing proudly together?

Published: 2019

The Kindest Red

by Ibtihaj Muhammad

Faizah’s picture day changes when friends discover what makes siblings truly match.

Published: 2023

The Boldest White

by Ibtihaj Muhammad

Can anxious Faizah find her boldest self before the tournament—and surprise everyone?

Published: 2024

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