By Sr. Nafees Khan, Goodword Books, paperback, 32 pages
'Zainab' is the first book in the series about the daughters of the Prophet Muhammad. This beautifully written book explores the life and times of the eldest daughter of the Prophet.
It relates fascinating stories about her parents, the Prophet and Khadija, marriage, motherhood and her contribution to the spread of the message of Islam. The vibrant illustrations that accompany the stories will make it an enjoyable read for children as well as adults, and help them learn about and appreciate the life of Zainab.
About the author:
Sr. Nafees Khan is a graduate of Aligarh Muslim University in India and a retired member of The Ontario College of Teachers in Canada. Her career spans over thirty years as an elementary school teacher. Sr. Nafees has been an active member of the Muslim community in Canada since 1967.
Her dedication to the Muslim Community and her love of teaching lead to her key role in the establishment of two prominent schools in Toronto: Islamic Foundation and Al Falah. Sr. Nafees served as Principal at both of these schools as well. Her other books are A to Z of Akhlaaq, Allah’s Zoo, Basic Duas for Children, Prophet of Peace and The Traveller from the Heavens.
