Patriot Pride Library Chat
Celebrating Muslim Heritage Month
Jan - Feb 2024 edition
In celebration of Muslim Heritage Month (January 2024) look at THREE (or more, if you want to) sections of this newsletter to engage in different aspects of Muslim/Islamic culture.
Remember to check out books related to this rich culture in our Patriot Library Media Center, the PLMC, book display! 📚
You'll be introduced to notable Muslim figures that you may know and some that you've never heard of before, plus MUCH more! Don't forget our Notable Person of the Week featured on your library Google Classroom Stream.
We are creating an inclusive, diverse community at Connecticut Farms where all students are accepted and treated fairly and kind. If you're not sure about your fellow classmate's culture and you want to learn more about it, ask them in a respectful way. Ask your classroom teacher or come to library where you may find a book on the shelf or an ebook on MackinVIA discussing that topic.
But first, let's review some monthly highlights in our 🎥BLAST FROM THE PAST - STUDENT SPOTLIGHT 🔦 section. Remember, you or your library work may be featured in upcoming Library Chat newsletters.
Ok Patriots, I'll see you in the stacks!
Your Friendly Librarian,
Ms. Jenkins-Jackson OR Ms. J for short!
Malala Yousafzai
Malala Yousafzai (born in July 12, 1997) is a human rights activist who fights for the rights of girls and women to be educated worldwide. After a failed assassination attempt on her life in 2012, she decided to continue to speak out against the oppression of girls' educational rights. For these efforts, she won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2014.
You can read about her in the library book in our book display, Malala's Magic Pencil written by Malala Yousafzai.
Saladin
Saladin was a sultan, also known as a king. He ruled over all Muslim territories, such as Syria, Egypt, Palestine, and northern Mesopotamia (now called Iraq). His full name is Salah al-Din Yusuf ibn Ayyub, which means Righteousness of the Faith, Joseph, son of Job.
After moving through the ranks in the Syrian military, he was made king. Saladin was known as a good, but firm ruler. He worked to unite his territories. He was a devoted Muslim who promoted the growth of Islam throughout the region. He built many mosques and founded colleges. Saladin is best known for taking over Jerusalem during the Crusades in 1187. His family, the Ayyubid Dynasty) continued to rule in this region until the mid-1200s.
Credits:
"Saladin." Britannica School, Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Oct. 2023.
school.eb.com/levels/elementary/article/Saladin/571641. Accessed 25 Jan. 2024.
Benazir Bhutto
Benazir Bhutto (born in 1953) was the first woman elected as prime minister of a Muslim county, Pakistan in 1988 and 1993. She stood for women's rights and democracy. Unfortunately, she passed away in 2007.
You can read about her in the library book, Kid Trailblazers written by Robin Stevenson.
Warm up with a good book!!
Remember, Connecticut Farms students have access to ebooks on MackinVIA Monday - Sunday, even on snow days! Log in with Clever and enjoy!
