Moving
across the world was Salma’s first big adventure. Now you can join her
on even more adventures in her new home—from cooking Syrian food, to
becoming a big sister, and more!

Book Three: Salma Joins ...

Salma is going to be a big sister! Can she figure out what it means to be a good sister before the baby arrives?

Silver Birch Express Award Finalist

OLA Top Ten Best Bets Winner

Salma’s determined to be ...

A 2023 NYPL Best Book for Kids!

Charming, creative Salma takes on big feelings with even bigger ideas as she navigates life in a new country, Syrian identity, family changes and new friendships in this ...

Coming of age against all odds in the midst of the Arab Spring.

Growing up in Aleppo, Yara’s childhood has long been shadowed by the coming revolution. But when the Arab Spring finally arrives at Yara’s ...

“Sure to become a favorite book about overcoming hardships and helping others. This is truly one story not to be missed.” —Provo Library Children’s Book Reviews

17 awards, nominations, and distinctions! ...

Captured by ISIS, her bravery and faith became her pathway to freedom.  

Badeeah Hassan was just 18 when she witnessed firsthand the horrors of the 2014 genocide of the Yazidi people by ISIS forces. Captured ...