
My First Book of Arabic Words
Chaymaa Sobhy
(Author)Description
A perfect read-aloud bedtime book and the ideal accompaniment to guide emerging readers, My First Book of Arabic Words introduces children to the basic words and simple vocabulary of Arabic through colorful rhymes and beautiful imagery. The ABCs of Arabic life are charmingly captured in Chaymaa Sobhy's illustrations, offering a contemporary lens on the great dynamism and diversity found in global Arab culture.
A charming character serves as your guide. Along the way, you get an A-to-Z introduction to her family, friends, and community, and follow her fun-filled adventures. Holidays and cultural traditions are woven into the narrative, offering a window into the world of an English-speaking child in the twenty-first century Arabic world:
E is for Eid al-Fitr.
We celebrate, we eat!
Gather round the table
can you find a seat?
A fun and informative foray into the Arabic language that combines Aya Khalil's lilting rhymes with Chaymaa Sobhy's vibrant illustrations.
Product Details
Publisher | Tuttle Publishing |
Publish Date | January 02, 2024 |
Pages | 32 |
Language | English |
Type | |
EAN/UPC | 9780804856195 |
Dimensions | 8.3 X 9.2 X 0.5 inches | 0.6 pounds |
About the Author
Chaymaa Sobhy lives in Cairo and is also the illustrator of Children's Favorite Arabic Stories.
Reviews
"I LOVE THIS BOOK!...It's incredibly child friendly. It can be hard to bridge or introduce languages to kids but the accessibility of this book is just lovely with its universal content and vibrant illustrations [...] This is going to be a shelf staple!!" --Jenn Kim, Bookstagram, @squarepegsroundworld
"It's a great book using simple words and also ties Arab culture with it. If you're looking for a beginner's book to Arabic for your kids then this is the one." --Nura's Little Library, Bookstagram
Aya Khalil, author of My First Book of Arabic Words, spoke with Publishers Weekly about "her teaching and writing, her experience with book banning, and why she's committed to shining a light on the beauty of Arabic cultures and the Islamic faith for readers of all backgrounds." -- You can read the full interview here
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