Saadia Faruqi

Saadia Faruqi is a Pakistani-American author known for her children's books and works that focus on cultural diversity and understanding. She is also a speaker and interfaith activist.

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  1. 1. The Partition Project

    In "The Partition Project," a young Pakistani American girl named Mahnoor navigates the challenges of having her grandmother, Dadi, move in with her family in Houston. As Mahnoor juggles her schoolwork and a documentary project for her journalism class, she discovers a compelling story in Dadi's past. Through conversations with her grandmother, Mahnoor learns about Dadi's childhood in northern India and the life-altering events of the Partition of India and Pakistan. This shared journey not only strengthens their bond but also provides Mahnoor with a meaningful subject for her documentary, blending personal history with her passion for journalism.

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