This picture celebrates the love and bond between fathers and daughters and the importance of family bonds. The book's narrator is a young Islamic girl who shares her relationship with her father and their family activities. Readers are immersed in the Islamic culture, traditions and celebrations that are part of their daily life in Australia. ‘My Baba is the Best’ provides a mixture of Islamic and Australian cultural traditions, allowing young readers to see themselves represented in the activities and the images. The illustrations, created by Indonesian artist, Debby Rahmalia, deliver an authentic portrayal of a Muslim family and their daily routines. The author Bacar Houli was the first devout Muslim AFL player. His Muslim and family values are at the heart of this book.
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