Amina's Voice — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
“For inspiring empathy in young readers, you can’t get better than this book.” —R. J. Palacio, author of #1 New York Timesbestseller Wonder
“Amina’s anxieties are entirely relatable, but it’s her sweet-hearted nature that makes her such a winning protagonist.” —Entertainment Weekly
A Pakistani-American Muslim girl struggles to stay true to her family’s vibrant culture while simultaneously blending in at school after tragedy strikes her community in this “compassionate, timely novel” (Booklist, starred review) from the award-winning author of It’s Ramadan, Curious George and Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns.
Amina has never been comfortable in the spotlight. She is happy just hanging out with her best friend, Soojin. Except now that she’s in middle school everything feels different. Soojin is suddenly hanging out with Emily, one of the “cool” girls in the class, and even talking about changing her name to something more “American.” Does Amina need to start changing too? Or hiding who she is to fit in? While Amina grapples with these questions, she is devastated when her local mosque is vandalized.
Amina’s Voice brings to life the joys and challenges of a young Pakistani-American and highlights the many ways in which one girl’s voice can help bring a diverse community together to love and support each other.
Frequently asked questions
Is Amina's Voice appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The narrative includes references to violence, such as the shooting of Malala Yousafzai and the vandalism of Amina's mosque, which are depicted as significant events affecting the community. No content deemed scary or inappropriate for children is mentioned in the search results.
Does Amina's Voice have violence?
The narrative includes references to violence, such as the shooting of Malala Yousafzai and the vandalism of Amina's mosque, which are depicted as significant events affecting the community.
Does Amina's Voice have scary content?
No content deemed scary or inappropriate for children is mentioned in the search results.
Does Amina's Voice have religious themes?
The story features Amina as a Pakistani-American Muslim girl, and her faith is integral to the narrative. It includes references to Islamic practices and the challenges faced by her community, such as vandalism of their mosque.
Does Amina's Voice have racial/cultural content?
The book addresses themes of race through Amina's experiences as a Pakistani-American girl, including her navigation of cultural identity and the impact of racism and Islamophobia on her community.
Does Amina's Voice have profanity?
No profanity or strong language is mentioned in the search results.
Does Amina's Voice have climate change?
No climate-related themes or discussions are present in the search results.
Does Amina's Voice have sexual identity?
There are brief mentions of Amina contemplating her friendship with a boy, Nico, and her friend's crush, but these are not central themes and are presented in a light, age-appropriate manner.
Does Amina's Voice have gender roles?
The search results do not indicate a focus on traditional or modern gender roles; instead, they highlight Amina's personal growth and her relationship with her family.
Does Amina's Voice have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the search results for 'Amina's Voice'. The focus is primarily on Amina's cultural and familial experiences.
