Books by Hiba Noor Khan
Safiyyah's War
by Hiba Noor Khan
This is an exciting historical novel set in Paris during World War Two. Safiyyah is a lovely young heroine who lives with her family in the city’s Grand Mosque, where her father works. Her life changes forever when Paris is occupied, and she gradually becomes involved in the Resistance against the Nazis. When persecuted Jews seek sanctuary at the mosque, can she find the courage to lead them through the catacombs to safety? Safiyyah is fictional, but the rector and others at the mosque really did provide refuge and certificates of Muslim identity to Jews to help them escape.
Ages 8-12
Interviews where books by Hiba Noor Khan were recommended
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What’s Hiding Under There?
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Safiyyah's War
by Hiba Noor Khan -
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Sky High! A Soaring History of Aviation
by Jacek Ambrożewski & translated by Zosia Krasodomska-Jones -
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One Chance Dance
by Efua Traoré -
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Girls
by Annet Schaap & translated by Laura Watkinson -
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The Red Fruit
by Lee Gee Eun
Best Kids’ Books of 2023
Best Kids’ Books of 2023
2023 has been a particularly strong year for eye-catching and engaging children’s nonfiction, but as usual our list is dominated by novels for middle grade readers (8-12 year olds). We have also made sure to include plenty of excellent picture books for younger readers, as well as some graphic novels.
The Best Kids’ Books of 2023, recommended by Our Children's Editor
Every year Tuva Kahrs, our children’s editor, keeps an eye out for the best kids’ books as they’re published, picking out books that are good enough to meet her rigorous standards. Here are the books, a mixture of novels and nonfiction, that have made her 2023 list.
