Milloo’s Mind by Reem Faruqi and Hoda Hadadi - ADVISABLE

Milloo’s Mind: the story of Maryam Faruqi, trailblazer for women’s education by Reem Faruqi and Hoda Hadadi. NON-FICTION PICTURE BOOK. Harper, 2023. $19. 9780063056619

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in 1930’s Pakistan, girls were considered worthy of a continuing education, but Milloo, as her family called her, was determined to become a teacher.  She managed to not only receive a university education, but also opened schools all over Pakistan which are still thriving today. 

Written by Milloo’s graddaughter, Ms. Faruqi has written a nice tribute to her. It is more an ode to perseverance than a look at the schools Milloo built.  a good message for life and a jumping point for a discussion of the state of education for girls around the world in out present day.

Cindy, Middle School Librarian, MLS