Tlaib Adam - Mama In Congress Rashida Tlaib's Journey To Washington - Hardcover

Binding: Hardcover
Description: An inspiring picture book that tells the story of Rashida Tlaib one of the first Muslim women elected to Congress and her family. Perfect for readers of books that celebrate trailblazing women and social activists as well as those looking for an introduction to civic engagement and how government works." Hey Adam is the president Mom's boss now?" When Yousif Tlaib asks about his mom's new job in Congress his older brother Adam fills him in with some help from Rashida Tlaib herself. As he tells his mom's story Adam reveals information about how elections and our government work what it means to break barriers what motivates their mama to work for justice for all and how love and family have guided them through this historic time in our country. From growing up in Detroit the eldest of fourteen siblings and the first in her immigrant family to graduate from high school through her journey into community activism and then local politics to eventually becoming one of the first Muslim Congresswomen and an influential national figure Rashida Tlaib's inspiring story shows kids that they too can do great things and make a difference.* Arab American Book Award Honoree * American Library Association Rise! Feminist Book Project List Selection *
Title: Mama In Congress Rashida Tlaib's Journey To Washington
Author(s): Tlaib Adam, Olivia Aserr
Publisher: Harpercollins
Barcode: 9780358683438
Pages: 40 Pages
Language: English
Publication Date: 9/20/2022