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Zuni and the Memory Jar
In their heartwarming tale “Zuni and the Memory Jar “ Aisha Saeed and Neha Rawat delve into a story brimming with themes of family bonds,...

Shameer Bismilla
Jul 17, 2024


Vega's Piece of the Sky
Vega’s Piece of the Sky by Jennifer Torres is a thoroughly engaging adventure that keeps you on the edge of your seat. This story...

Shameer Bismilla
Jul 16, 2024


What Are Words Really
Words have the power to shape our reality and impact others in ways we may not even realize. They can inspire, uplift, and motivate, or...

Shameer Bismilla
Jul 14, 2024


The Partition Project
Faruqi’s book, “Partition Project,” and I must say, I was captivated from beginning to end. Faruqi has a unique talent for not only...

Shameer Bismilla
Jul 14, 2024


Today Is A Me Day
Today Is A Me Day”, by E.V. Starkey & Kristiina Haapalainen with illustrations by Sami Vähä aho If you could spend a day doing whatever...

Shameer Bismilla
Jul 10, 2024


Lucky Scramble
I recently finished reading the book ‘Lucky Scramble’ by Peter Raymundo, and I must say, it really brought back memories of my Rubik’s...

Shameer Bismilla
Jul 7, 2024


The Forest Keeper
“The Forest Keeper– The True Story of Jadav Payeng” by Rina Singh and Ishita Jain is an exceptional book that captivates both young...

Shameer Bismilla
Jul 5, 2024


The Worst Teddy Ever
“The Worst Teddy Ever” is not just suitable for bedtime reading; it’s a heartwarming tale that reminds readers of all ages about the...

Shameer Bismilla
Jul 3, 2024


And Yet You Shine
✨ What a captivating and thought-provoking story, “And Yet You Shine: The Kohinoor Diamond, Colonization, and Resistance” by Supriya...

Shameer Bismilla
Jun 27, 2024


There's No Such Things As Vegetables
“There’s No Such Thing as Vegetables” is a brilliant exploration of social constructs, teaching about social constructs through the lens...

Shameer Bismilla
Jun 26, 2024


Emergency Quarters
“Emergency Quarters” is an incredibly heartwarming and visually stunning book that takes readers on a nostalgic journey. This book...

Shameer Bismilla
Jun 24, 2024


Louder Than Hunger
I started off my summer by completing the book “Louder Than Hunger” written by John Shu. I truly appreciate John’s nature and his...

Shameer Bismilla
Jun 21, 2024


Middle School Bites
Fun and fast read-Middle schooler Tom’s transformation into a Vam-Wolf-Zom makes for a hilariously thrilling read, perfect for a summer...

Shameer Bismilla
Jun 21, 2024


Big Problems Little Problems
For Father’s Day, I read “Big Problems, Little Problems” by Ben Feller and Mercè López to my grade two class, and it reminded me of the...

Shameer Bismilla
Jun 15, 2024


Just Like Millie
As the school year winds down, many students are preparing for big changes—moving to new countries or schools. This heartwarming and...

Shameer Bismilla
Jun 11, 2024


The Spell of a Story
✨📚 What a perfect read-aloud book for the end of the year! 📚✨ When I read “The Spell of a Story” by Mariajo Illustrajo to my class, the...

Shameer Bismilla
Jun 7, 2024


Built To Last
As the school semester winds down, it’s a reflective time for many children, especially those in international schools. Graduation,...

Shameer Bismilla
Jun 5, 2024


Two Homes, One Heart
I had left this book on my library shelf for quite some time, thinking it was too simple to read to my class. However, I didn’t realize...

Shameer Bismilla
May 31, 2024


My Mother's Tongues
Have you ever experienced being judged based on how you speak or your accent? As a Singaporean who has been teaching in an international...

Shameer Bismilla
May 25, 2024


Grief Is An Elephant
Today I had a moving experience sharing the book “Grief is an Elephant”, with my students. The classroom fell into a titalt silence as we...

Shameer Bismilla
May 24, 2024
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