Speak Up Sami
A story about courage, kindness, and friendship
Shabana Hussain author Mariam Aldacher illustrator
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Islamic Foundation
Published:22nd Nov '22
Should be back in stock very soon
A reserved boy learns to find his voice and stand up against bullying in Speak Up Sami, a story about courage and friendship.
In Speak Up Sami, readers are introduced to Sami, a reserved boy who finds little joy in his school environment. His quiet demeanor makes him an easy target for the challenges of school life. However, everything changes when a new student, Gamba, joins his class. Gamba's arrival brings a mix of excitement and apprehension, especially when Sami witnesses him being teased by other classmates. This moment becomes a turning point for Sami as he grapples with his own fears and insecurities.
As the story unfolds, Speak Up Sami explores themes of courage and friendship. Sami must confront his own reluctance to speak out against bullying, prompting readers to reflect on the importance of standing up for others. The narrative encourages children to find their voice and be advocates for kindness in the face of adversity. Through Sami's journey, the book highlights the power of empathy and the impact of supportive friendships.
This heartwarming tale is not just a story about one boy’s transformation; it serves as a valuable resource for discussions about diversity, acceptance, and celebrating differences. Suitable for reading at home or in the classroom, Speak Up Sami provides an engaging platform for meaningful conversations around important social issues, making it a must-read for young audiences and educators alike.
“This is an excellent book about a young boy, Sami, who is quiet and shy and doesn’t like going to school. He feels left out but doesn’t know how to join in. He feels picked on but isn’t confident enough to speak up for himself. When schoolmates begin to pick on a new kid at school, Sami feels bad for Gamba. Sami has been taught to speak up and take action when something seems wrong. Emotive illustrations really help littles feel what the characters are going through."
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A beautiful book with a powerful message about standing up against bullying: both Sami and Gamba are so relatable. Love the Hadith quoted at the end. -Dr Neha Qazi, (Author)
My daughter loves Speak Up Sami! Almost obsessed with the classroom scenes and the schoolyard scenes. She loves the ones with a hearing aid and ear defender. (I have a hearing aid, she has the noise canceller so she totally recognises those). Well-loved book in our house, thank you. - Anita Bagdi (Children's Book Illustrator)
I’ve just read your book and Masha'Allah it’s beautiful! The story, the illustrations, and what kids can take away from it. My son has already read it and says it's "very wholesome and has a lovely message." - Isla Khan (Homeschooling Mum)
So much love for this book! Big messages are perfectly written in a relatable way for little minds. - Mrs Din (Teacher)
He absolutely loved it! I could totally relate to it and enjoyed the friendship between Sami and Gamba. In his own words, "It is awesome!" - Mrs Aziz (Teacher)
I adore the overall message of tolerance and respect for others and believe this story does a fab job of highlighting the significance of celebrating our uniqueness and differences. - Sarah Javed (Educator)
ISBN: 9780860378877
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: unknown
32 pages