When everyone and everything seems so far away right now, what better way to feel connected to other kids around the country and around the globe then by sharing the love of reading. PLANET OMAR: ACCIDENTAL TROUBLE MAGNE, the first book in a planned series by Zanib Mian, is a Global Read Aloud choice for 2020. In this #OwnVoices debut Omar, the young Muslim protagonist, must navigate through the experiences of starting a new school, making friends, and dealing with bullies. He uses his creativity and imagination to keep a positive attitude all while staying true to his Islamic faith.  In a starred review from Booklist they called PLANET OMAR “a relatable and hilarious story . . . Exploding with personality and imagination, Omar is an easy character to love.”

In this, the final year of the Global Read Aloud, let’s celebrate the program and all the good it has done in promoting the love of reading around the world and let’s celebrate PLANET OMAR a book that recognizes what it means to be different and is sure to find its way into your heart.

Join Skype in the Classroom  on Friday, October 16 at 1pm ET/10am PT to hear author Zanib Mian discuss the book and learn what she has in store for Omar!

See you there!