The Day Saida Arrived
Description:
Jane Addams Children's Book Award Finalist (2020)
Two girls forge a forever-friendship by learning each other's language. The Day Saida Arrived demonstrates the power of language to build bonds beyond borders.
Whathappens when a new friend arrives who doesn't speak your language? Ayoung girl searches for the words to help her friend feel welcome andhappy in her new home, and along the way learns about differences andsimilarities in countries and words. The two forge a strong bond whilethey each learn the other's language, exploring the world around them.
Ajoyous, lyrical text--including English translations and pronunciationsand the complete Arabic alphabet--offers an accessible, fresh approach totalking about immigration. Paired with lushly vivid illustrations, The Day Saida Arrived demonstrates the power of language to build bonds beyond borders. Printed on FSC-certified paper with vegetable-based inks.
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