Jalal and The Lake

This beautiful Muslim-Filipino children's book is a collaboration between Christina Newhard (the publisher), the author Hanna Usman, and illustrator Marianne J. Palita.  t

Story Summary:
In Jalal’s small village, everyone celebrates the bounty and beauty of their vast lake. Everyone, that is, except Jalal. Jalal doesn’t notice the lake, its bounty, or his people’s wishes. His only desire is to own the magical, puffy clouds in the sky. When strange men come to the village and offer to grant his wish, Jalal finally learns what the lake means to his people.

• Suggested Age: 4-8yrs
• Hardcover