Hoda Hadadi – illustratör

From the author of Lailah’s Lunchbox and Unsettled comes a powerful picture book biography about Maryam Faruqi, the founder of the Happy Home Schools, which provided education to thousands of girls across Pakistan at a time when girls weren't encouraged to go to school."Powerful prose underscores Milloo’s determination and the importance of gender equity in education. The detailed art invites readers to linger over each page, poring over collaged outfits and patterns, all of which evoke a strong sense of place." —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Maryam was a trailblazer for women’s education and the author is her granddaughter, creating a personal, inspiring tale. Perfect for fans of Malala’s Magic Pencil and She Persisted!Milloo lives in a time when school is considered unnecessary for girls. But to Milloo, education is essential.When Milloo reads, her thoughts dance. Milloo courageously dreams of becoming a teacher, but in fifth grade her parents tell her she has had enough school. Milloo is heartbroken but finds a way to achieve her educational goals, graduating high school and college with honors. When she’s married, Milloo’s husband tells her to stay home, but she does not let that stop her.She decides to open a school in her house and later opens more schools around Karachi, Pakistan, fulfilling her dreams.A Bank Street Books Best Children's Book of the Year for Biography and Memoir, noted for outstanding merit (2024)2025 Georgia Children’s Picturebook (Gr. K–4) Award

A poignant eco-biography about Pakistan’s first female architect and humanitarian, Yasmeen Lari, who invented sustainable and affordable housing amid natural disaster, featuring back matter with photographs of Lari and her work.From an inquisitive and compassionate young girl to a world-renowned and award-winning architect and humanitarian, Yasmeen Lari has an empowering and inspiring life story. Learn about her success in a career dominated by men, her early work of advocating for and restoring historic buildings in Pakistan, and her turn to eco-friendly and sustainable design in the wake of natural disasters.Starting in 2005, earthquakes and floods raised Lari's attention to the need for rehabilitation building. The pioneering architect met the challenge head-on. Incorporating innovative modern design and traditional building practices and materials, Lari developed a blueprint for sustainable, disaster-resistant homes. Vibrantly illustrated, Yasmeen Lari, Green Architect gives an in-depth look at Lari's process from design and testing prototypes to teaching the communities she served the skills needed to rebuild alongside her.Delivering stunning illustrations and detailed text, Marzieh Abbas and Hoda Hadadi weave together a powerful ode to a contemporary icon. Back matter includes expanded biographical information about Lari in addition to photographs of her and her work.

A universal story about displacement, migration, andthe many ways we find home. Nur has always loved her home by the sea, where water glimmersalong a straight horizon. But when Nur and her family are forcedto leave, they begin a long journey to an unfamiliar place.For Nur, nothing in this new place feels like home.Then one day, Nur's mother brings her a new set of paintbrushes.Nur's brushstrokes help her connect the place she's lost, andshe finds home again through creativity and heart. The Light of Home will resonate withanyone who has ever had to leave a place they've loved.From author, poet, and physician Diana Farid comes this introspectivestory about belonging and the power of creativity.Artist Hoda Hadadi's gorgeous illustrations bring this storyto life in beautiful detail

Illustrated with stunning cut paper art, these seven poetic vignettes capture true stories of courage, hope, and resilience from around the world.In Imagine A Garden, award-winning children's author Rina Singh shares seven real-life stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things for their communities amidst war, poverty, and violence.With vivid, textured images from celebrated Iranian illustrator Hoda Hadadi, this powerful picture book is:A celebration of everyday heroes and how they make their communities a better placeA teaching tool for facilitating difficult but hopeful conversations about conflict in our world, and the people who are making a difference in their own wayFor kids ages 6 to 10, Imagine A Garden reimagines our complex world through the lens of love and compassion.