Book description
Two neighbors―one Jewish, one Muslim―have always been best friends. When they both fall on hard times, can they find a way to help each other? In Fawzia Gilani's retelling of this folktale―which has both Jewish and Arab origins―differences are not always causes for conflict and friendship can overcome any obstacle.
- Coming soon!
Why read it?
2 authors picked Yaffa and Fatima as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
My motivations for recommending this book are very similar to the ones that make me recommend the previous book.
Beyond the rhetoric of the news, what can we reach for that is undeniably true during these holidays that fall during the darkest days of the year?
Hebrew and Arabic have words for “Peace” that are nearly identical. Can we start there on a path to mutual understanding? Fawzia Gilani-Williams imagines this possibility.
From Arthur's list on Hanukkah picture books for trying times.
This is a retelling of an important folk tale whose origins are both in Muslim and Jewish folklore.
Two good friends, living as neighbors fall onto hard times. The book shows how kindness can help overcome any hardship. Because this is a picture book for little ones, it is a simple retelling with a profound message.
From Kerry's list on bringing Muslims and Jews together.
If you love Yaffa and Fatima...
The Time-Jinx Twins
Twelve-year-old identical twins Ellie and Kat accidentally trigger their physicist mom’s unfinished time machine, launching themselves into a high-stakes adventure in 1970 Chicago. If they learn how to join forces and keep time travel out of the wrong hands, they might be able find a way home. Ellie’s gymnastics and…
Want books like Yaffa and Fatima?
Our community of 12,000+ authors has personally recommended 100 books like Yaffa and Fatima.
Share your top 3 reads of 2025!
And get a beautiful page showing off your 3 favorite reads.
1,211
readers submitted
so far, will you?
