Tuesday, May 19, 2009

My Name is Bilal

Author: Asma Mobin-Uddin

Type or emotional/crisis issue(s) addressed: Bullying, Ethnic diversity

Year of Publication: 2005

Publisher & Location: Boyds Mill Press, Honesdale PA

ISBN#: 1-59078-175-9

Target Age Level: Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary

# of Pages: 28

Quality of Illustrations: Very good

Brief Summary: Bilal and his sister moved from a community where there were many Muslims. Bilal’s sister is bullied because of the way she dresses. At first Bilal doesn’t want anyone to know that he is Muslim but with the guidance of a teacher, realizes how important his religion and diversity is important to him. He helps his sister the next time she is teased and begins to make new friends.

Personal Comments/Biases, and/or Things to Consider When Using This Book With Children: Religious content

Activities: Have students find something about their culture that is unique and special and share it with everyone else.

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