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Arab Heritage Month
Arab Heritage Month
Arab Heritage Month stands as a vibrant celebration of the rich cultural tapestry and profound contributions of Arab Americans to the fabric of our society. Throughout the month-long observance, we honor the diverse traditions, languages, arts, and innovations that define Arab heritage. It's a time to amplify the voices and stories of Arab Americans, highlighting their resilience, creativity, and enduring contributions to various fields, including literature, science, art, and beyond. By recognizing Arab Heritage Month, we embrace the opportunity to foster greater understanding, appreciation, and unity among all communities, transcending barriers and building bridges of empathy and respect.
In commemorating Arab Heritage Month, we invite you to explore a curated list of resources that delve into the rich history and contemporary achievements of Arab Americans. Let's celebrate the vibrant tapestry of Arab culture, champion diversity, and cultivate a more inclusive society where every voice is valued and celebrated.
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Community Resources
DISCLAIMER: The resources included here are not endorsed by Pullman Public Schools and Pullman Public Schools is not responsible for the content of or service provided by any of these resources.
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The American Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) Mental Health Resource Hub's mission is to foster mental health and well-being within the Arab American community by providing accessible resources and hosting informative webinars led by experts in the field.
American Muslim Health Professionals (AMHP) is a national non-profit organization focused on fostering collaboration between Muslim professionals from diverse sector of healthcare who seek to advance public health, social justice, and civic engagement within their communities. AMHP’s core areas of focus are mental health, advocacy for underserved communities and professional development.
Information about the factors tied to mental health and Arab-Americans along with support groups, education, wellness tools and more.
Provided by the Arizona State University Counseling Services department.
This toolkit includes resources for individuals and mental health professionals to effectively address the unique mental health challenges that Muslims face. These challenges are not exclusive to adults. This toolkit also includes specific resources for addressing the needs of American Muslim children who face the added challenge of bullying from peers and adults, alike. -
- American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC)
- Arab American Heritage Month 2024 (History.com)
- Celebrating Arab American Heritage Month (Learning for Justice)
- Guide to Observing Arab American Heritage Month (San Diego Office of Education)
- How Teachers Can Support Arab-American Students (Cult of Pedagogy)
- National Arab American Heritage Month (Arab American Foundation)
- Resources for Addressing Religious Discrimination (MAEC)
- “The Story of Arab & Muslim Students Is Often an Untold Story” (EdWeek)
- Supporting Arab American Students in the Classroom (Learning for Justice)
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Elementary (Grades 3–5)
- Alia’s Mission: Saving the Books of Iraq, by Mark Alan Stamaty
- Farah Rocks Fifth Grade, by Susan Muaddi Darraj; illustrated by Ruaida Mannaa
- A Kid’s Guide to Arab American History, by Yvonne Wakim Dennis and Maha Addasi
- Muslim Girls Rise: Inspirational Champions of Our Time, by Saira Mir; illustrated by Aaliya Jaleel
- Shad Hadid and the Alchemists of Alexandria, by George Jreije
- Silverworld, by Diana Abu-Jaber
- The Three Lucys, by Hayan Charara; illustrated by Sara Kahn
- The Treasure of Maria Mamoun, by Michelle Chalfoun
- The Turtle of Oman, by Naomi Shihab Nye; illustrated by Betsy Peterschmidt
- Yusra Swims, by Julie Abery and Sally Deng
Middle School (Grades 6–8)
- Escape from Aleppo, by N.H. Senzai
- A Game for Swallows: To Die, To Leave, To Return, by Zeina Abirached
- Habibi, by Naomi Shihab Nye
- Muhammad Najem, War Reporter: How One Boy Put the Spotlight on Syria, by Muhammad Najem and Nora Neus; illustrated by Julie Robine
- Nowhere Boy, by Katherine Marsh
- Once Upon an Eid: Stories of Hope and Joy by 15 Muslim Voices edited by S.K. Ali and Aisha Saeed
- Other Words for Home, by Jasmine Warga
- Tasting the Sky: A Palestinian Childhooddelete by Ibtisam Barakat
- Wishing Upon the Same Stars by Jacquetta Nammar Feldman
- Yusuf Azeem is Not a Hero by Saadia Faruqi
Upper Grades (Grades 9–12)
- All-American Muslim Girl, by Nadine Jolie Courtney
- As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow, by Zoulfa Katouh
- Here to Stay, by Sara Farizan
- Here We Are Now, by Jasmine Warga
- I Was Their American Dream: A Graphic Memoir, by Malaka Gharib
- Mirage, by Somaiya Daud
- Saints and Misfits, by S.K. Ali
- A Stone in My Hand by Cathryn Clinton
- We Hunt the Flame, by Hafsah Faizal
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- The Arab American Experience (Comcast Newsmakers)
- Arab American Heritage Month Webinar: Immigrant to EL Instructor (TESOL International Association)
- ARAB | How You See Me (Participant)
- Don't Erase Me: The Modern Arab American (TEDxOhioStateUniversity)
- We're Not White | Amer Zahr (TEDxDetroit)
- Why We Need Arab American Heritage Month | NowThis (NowThis)
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- Arab American Café : A podcast by Arab Americans about America and Arabs everywhere, bringing you a unique perspective, both in English & Arabic but mostly in “Arablish.”
- Citizens of Two Worlds: Citizens of Two Worlds a limited podcast series, produced by Randa Samih Abdu, that looks to identity issues among first generation Arab-Americans in Tucson.
- The Queer Arabs: The Queer Arabs podcast is a growing collection of dialogues surrounding the intersection of Middle Eastern/Southwest Asian North African and LGBTQ identities.
- See Something Say Something: See Something Say Something is an award-winning podcast that covers the social, cultural, and political experiences of American Muslims. Hosted by writer Ahmed Ali Akbar, the show discusses everything American Muslims are talking about, from jinns to representation in media.
- The Muslim Girl Podcast: This Muslim Girl is an Arab American woman born in Yemen raised in the Central Valley of California sharing stories to empower women.
- True Talk by NPR: True Talk focuses on the Middle East and the Muslim world. The show also discusses issues that Muslims face world wide, as well as for American Muslims who are seeking to live as peace-loving Americans in a nation that often has only seen stereotypical portrayals of Islam.