Khadija and the Elephant Toothpaste Experiment
Farah Qaiser, Hajer Nakua, Natalya Tariq
Type:
Fiction
Categories:
Religious | Diversity & Multicultural | Nature & the Natural World | Science & Nature
Themes:
Muslim, General
Language:
English
Publisher:
Grade Level:
1-3
Age Range:
6-8
Description
Khadija is inspired by her visit to the science fair. But how come none of the scientists are wearing a hijab, she wonders? Khadija recreates an experiment at home with mixed (and messy!) results. Surrounded by family as they celebrate Eid, Khadija tries again, with great success. She declares, “When I grow up, I’m going to be a scientist!”
Khadija is inspired by her visit to the science fair. There are so many different scientists all wearing safety goggles and lab coats! But how come none of them are wearing a hijab?
After watching a scientist carry out the elephant toothpaste experiment, Khadija attempts to recreate it at home with mixed (and messy!) results. Surrounded by her family as they celebrate Eid, Khadija tries again….
“Salaam everyone, and Eid Mubarak!” she cries. “When I grow up, I’m going to be a scientist!”
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FOLD Picture Book-of-the-Month, February 2024