Celebrate the strength and heritage of Lebanon with an afternoon filled with art, creativity, and inspiring storyreading with acclaimed broadcaster and journalist, Myriam Francois. Myriam will be reading I’m A Cedar Tree by Fatema Zahra, a captivating journey through time, tracing the story of the majestic Cedrus libani of Lebanon. All profits from the sale of this event will go to IHRC Trust’s Lebanon Appeal.
Book your tickets – price includes a copy of I’m A Cedar Tree
WHEN: Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 1:30pm to 2:30pm
WHERE: IHRC Bookshop (202 Preston Road, Wembley, HA9 8PA)
WHO’S INVITED: Kids aged 4-9 (and their grown-ups!)
TICKETS: available soon
PRICE LIST (each admission includes one copy of I’m a Cedar Tree):
- Single Child Admission: £10
- 2x Children Admission: £15
- 3x Children Admission: £20
- 4+ Children Admission: £25
Parents/guardians attend for free.
Refreshments provided.
Prayer and wudu facilities available.
About the book:
I’m a Cedar Tree is a captivating journey through time, tracing the story of the majestic Cedrus libani of Lebanon. From its roots in the era of ancient Prophets to its enduring presence as a symbol of resilience and resistance, this enchanting tale weaves history, culture, and nature into a celebration of the monumental cedar tree.
Packed with fascinating facts and a powerful narrative, it invites young readers to discover the strength of nature and the enduring spirit of its land and people.
About the author:
Fatema Zahra is an educator and storyteller who specialises in simplifying complex ideas for children, blending historical lessons, spiritual teachings, and current events into engaging and relatable narratives. Passionate about fostering compassion and resilience, she helps young minds understand profound concepts like justice, faith, and global challenges in a digestible way. Through her work, Fatema inspires children to connect with the world around them, empowering them to embrace their role in creating positive change.
About the illustrator:
Nadine Issa is an illustrator from a special village called Malkeye in southern Lebanon. Growing up, she was part of both Lebanese and Palestinian communities. Because of the lack of recognition of village borders, she has both Lebanese and Palestinian citizenships, and she feels proud to share in both cultures. Nadine’s early life was shaped by stories of resilience and friendship from both sides, which inspire her art. Her illustrations often reflect themes of home, hope, and togetherness, showing how both Lebanese and Palestinian communities face challenges with strength and unity.
Nadine Issa has gifted her illustrations to you to help raise funds for Lebanon. We encourage you to support Nadine and her inspiring work through the following link: buymeacoffee.com/nadineart
About the host:
Dr Myriam Francois is a journalist, filmmaker and writer. Myriam is a former Research Associate at the Centre of Islamic Studies (CIS) at SOAS University. She completed her PhD (DPhil) at Oxford University, focusing on Islamic movements in Morocco in 2017. She holds an MA from Georgetown University (USA) and a BA from Cambridge university (UK).
She was nominated as part of the “40 under 40” European Young Leaders (EYLs) class of 2017. Myriam was awarded ‘Woman in Media Award’ at the Muslim Women Awards 2021.
