Behind My Doors: The Story of the World's Oldest Library
By Hena Khan
Illustrated by Nabila Adani
Hardcover: forthcoming
Ebook
Available 05.07.2024
Come learn about the oldest operating library in existence that was originally founded by a Muslim woman in 859!
Merhaba! Welcome! Meet Al-Qarawiyyin Library--the oldest library in the world. Do you want to see what magical treasures are behind its doors? You'll find special reading rooms where young and old gathered to discuss, debate, and discover the world. And, most important, the collection of books that hold knowledge more valuable than any jewels! Open its doors, unlock its story, and discover an adventure that only a library can share.
Told from the unique perspective of the library, award-winning author Hena Khan, along with luminous illustrations by Nabila Adani, bring to readers Behind My Doors, a charming ode to the magical wonders of each and every library.
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About the Creators
Hena Khan - Author
HENA KHAN is the author of multiple children's books, many of which focus on contemporary Muslim life, including Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns; Under My Hijab; and Amina's Voice, which was named to multiple best-of-the-year lists. Born and raised in Maryland, she now lives near Washington, DC, with her family. Please visit her online at henakhan.com and follow her at @henakhanbooks.
Nabila Adani
Nabila Adani is an illustrator who briefly worked as a product designer before moving to the United States to study children's book illustration. She now enjoys illustrating different cultures from around the world for children. She lives in Jakarta, Indonesia. You can see more of her work at nabilaadani.wixsite.com/graphics.
About This Title
ISBN
Hardcover: 9781643794235
Guided Reading:
RInterest Level:
Grades K - 5Reading Level:
Grades K - 5Themes
Cultural Diversity, Diversity, Dreams & Aspirations, History, Muslim/Muslim American Interest, Nonfiction, Religious Diversity, Women's History
