Shirin Shamsi – författare

Lena’s great-grandmother is turning 90. Lena and her father bake a cake as a surprise and help to make the day special for Nani and the rest of the family. This picture book features vibrant illustrations and simple text that help early readers follow along with the story. Children will learn about cultural and family traditions in this heartfelt, multigenerational tale. With pre-reading questions, this book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

Expanding your child’s reading horizons is easy with fiction books from Teacher Created Materials! In “Arty's Adventure to the Stars” by Shirin Shamsi, Arty the spider wishes he could swing on his web and fly up to the stars. One night, he sets off on his adventure! With his quick web spinning, he climbs higher and higher, closer and closer to the stars where he encounters aliens. Find out more in this cosmic story your child will love. Includes ‘Book Club’ literacy and comprehension questions.

Students will learn that small actions can make a big difference! This Spanish nonfiction book explains why civic duties are important and how to fulfill them. The book includes a glossary and a short fiction piece related to the topic. With examples of heroes like Jackie Robinson and Sandra Day O’Connor, this book and the accompanying project will help students see what it means to be leaders. This 32-page full-color Spanish book describes the importance of civic duties while giving examples of people who can serve as role models for students. It also explores important topics like leadership and civil rights, and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to discover civic responsibility, politicians, and what it takes to make a difference.

Students will learn that small actions can make a big difference! This Spanish nonfiction book explains why civic duties are important and how to fulfill them. The book includes a glossary and a short fiction piece related to the topic. With examples of heroes like Jackie Robinson and Sandra Day O’Connor, this book and the accompanying project will help students see what it means to be leaders. This 32-page full-color Spanish book describes the importance of civic duties while giving examples of people who can serve as role models for students. It also explores important topics like leadership and civil rights, and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to discover civic responsibility, politicians, and what it takes to make a difference.

A story of courage, sacrifice, and an unbreakable spirit—Noor Inayat Khan’s true journey proves that even the gentlest light can defy the darknessA powerful and moving picture book biography of Noor Inayat Khan—the unlikely spy whose quiet courage helped change the course of World War II. Born into a Muslim family rooted in Sufi teachings of peace, love, and nonviolence, Noor was a gentle child who cherished stories, music, and writing. But as war swept across Europe and injustice spread, she knew she could not stand by. Leaving behind everything she loved, Noor joined the British war effort and became the first female radio operator sent into Nazi-occupied France. Working in constant danger, she transmitted critical messages for the Resistance, evading capture again and again—even as her network was dismantled around her. With lyrical text and evocative, atmospheric illustrations, A Gentle Light illuminates the extraordinary true story of a young woman who defied expectations, risked everything, and proved that bravery does not always roar—sometimes, it shines.

Readers will be inspired by this immigration story about a young refugee whose family tries to emigrate to Pakistan when India is divided into two separate nations. This short, 32-page hi-lo book features full-color illustrations to capture the attention of kids who enjoy realistic fiction stories about characters who must overcome difficult circumstances in order to survive.

"A sweet story about the importance of sharing and caring that’s embedded in Islamic traditions” – Kirkus ReviewsA prayer rose from Zahra's heart like a sigh and floated up into the starry sky."Mama says blessings are all around us during this month. Maybe Ramadan will bring a sister for me."During Ramadan, Zahra hugs her cherished teddy bear and prays that she will get what she wants more than anything in the world -- a sister. She remembers, "Baba says we get more blessings when we give." But Mama reminds her we should give without expecting anything in return and to be patient. When Zahra goes with Mama to volunteer at a local shelter for asylum seekers, she befriends a displaced child and finds her prayers just might be answered in unexpected ways. The perfect book to accompany Ramadan celebrations Explains the idea of displacement and asylum seekers in a kid-friendly way Endnotes provide more information on Ramadan, foster care, and shelters

Zahra hugs her cherished teddy bear and prays that Ramadan will bring her a longed-for sister. When her bear subsequently goes missing, Zahra finds herself grappling with intense feelings of loss. Over the next few weeks, as she volunteers with her mother at a local shelter for asylum seekers, Zahra befriends a displaced child, resulting in a newfound sense of gratitude and an unexpected Ramadan blessing.

Expanding your child’s reading horizons is easy with fiction books from Teacher Created Materials! In “Arty's Adventure to the Stars” by Shirin Shamsi, Arty the spider wishes he could swing on his web and fly up to the stars. One night, he sets off on his adventure! With his quick web spinning, he climbs higher and higher, closer and closer to the stars where he encounters aliens. Find out more in this cosmic story your child will love. Includes ‘Book Club’ literacy and comprehension questions. This fiction book is written in Spanish.