Good Tree Roots
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Browse a unique selection of riveting reads. You don’t have to be a member to browse, so visit often, get inspired, and share your insights! We hope to see you in person soon!
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What makes "muslamic" reading?
Islamic Values
Books cover a range of topics that align with Islamic values of honesty, respect, and moral uprightness.
Celebration
Traditional Islamic holidays themes and the diverse ways we celebrate our accomplishments and share our joy with others.
Award-winning
Books that are usually listed with ISLA, Mensa, or awarded medals for contributing to the betterment of society.
Muslim Characters
Muslim main characters or simple Muslim representation through correct depictions of Islamic practices.
Empathy
Themes of justice and compassion in order to align with the Islamic worldview and add value to our reading and promote action.
Diversity & inclusion
Muslims represented as diverse as they truly are through their backgrounds, spirituality, professions, interests, and actions.
Book Club
Our book club is geared towards middle school, high school, and adult readers.
Become a member to join engaging discussions and gatherings around books.
Send questions to bookclub@goodtreeroots.org
Contests
Patrons between the ages 8-14 can take part in monthly themed trackers and contests. They can delve into history, dive into books, and share their findings. Winners will receive uniquely themed activities as prizes.
You can find contest deadlines on our calendar and details in our contests page. Remember, these offerings are unique to members, so join us now and grow the love of reading!
Submit any completed trackers and contest documents in person or email to contests@goodtreeroots.org
Leaflets
🍃 between the lines
Slow down, re-read and realize the author craft behind what you read.
☘️ literary devices
Explore the literary devices used, understand them, and to write your own.
🎋cross curricular
Connect with texts through the underlying academic subjects presented in them.
🌴Islamic Lens
Realize how each story brings you back to your faith. How does it align and how does it not?
🌿connections
Make self-to-text, text-to-text, and text-to-world connections.
🪴fan fiction
Use guides to create put yourself in the story or write an extension.
Recommendation Station
As a member you receive personalized book recommendations. These recs are already reviewed and provide details on what to expect as a mindful reader. We help you seek out books that are to your liking and suggest books to explore new adventures.
You can speak to one of our team members or try out our Recommendation Station. Don’t forget to leave a review!
