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Our World: Pakistan

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Board Book ISBN: 9798888592328 $9.99 In stock	- +
Paperback ISBN: 9798888594711 $9.99 In stock	- +

Written by Rumaisa Bilal

Illustrated by Nez Riaz

Our bestselling global board book series, now available in paperback with extended endmatter for older kids!

Subah bikhair! Spend a day in Pakistan starting with prayers at sunrise, then enjoying flaky paratha and creamy lassi before a trip to the market by train. Even learn words in Urdu with pronunciation guides throughout the story.

Part of the Barefoot Books Our World series
Written by Pakistani author and illustrator Rumaisa Bilal and Nez Riaz
Extended endmatter in the paperback edition offers a further glimpse into life in Pakistan

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More Details

Product Dimensions: Board Book: 6.70 x 6.50 in, Paperback: 7.87 x 7.87 in
Page Count: Board Book: 20 pages, Paperback: 24 pages
Age Range: Board Book: 2-3 years, Paperback: 3-6 years

Awards & Accolades

★ “This insightful and gentle introduction to Pakistani culture, authored by individuals with firsthand experience in the country, is a valuable addition to any collection” – School Library Journal

“Engaging and delightful!” – Marzieh Abbas, author of A Dupatta Is…

“A sweet, cozy, and authentic story of a day in a little one’s life in my beautiful country of Pakistan! Vibrant illustrations paired with Urdu phrases make this one appealing for all ages” – Reem Faruqi, award-winning author of Lailah’s Lunchbox

“Beautiful and heartwarming board book filled with vibrant colors and memorable details” – Aya Khalil, award-winning author of The Arabic Quilt

About the Contributors

Written by - Rumaisa Bilal

Rumaisa Bilal is a Pakistani Canadian homeschooling mother who has paused her computer science degree in order to write books for children. She currently lives in Toronto, Canada with her husband, three kids, and their grandparents.

Illustrated by - Nez Riaz

Nez Riaz grew up with her little brother in Boston to a Pakistani father and Palestinian mother. She now lives in Virginia, USA with her shih tzu named Mowgli and works as an illustrator. She loves pineapple pizza and monkeys are her absolute favorite animal! Nez has also illustrated My Name is Bana by Bana Alabed and Zain’s Super Friday by Hena Khan.

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