Inda Ahmad Zahri Inda Ahmad Zahri i(20872608 works by)
Born: Established:
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Malaysia,
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Southeast Asia, South and East Asia, Asia,
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Gender: Female
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1 y separately published work icon How to Measure the Ocean Inda Ahmad Zahri , Inda Ahmad Zahri (illustrator), Crows Nest : Allen and Unwin , 2024 27464655 2024 single work picture book children's

'How DO you measure something as vast and dynamic as the ocean? A poetic invitation to explore the shallows and depths of the ocean, sparking curiosity and wonder while introducing early maths concepts along the way.

'The ocean can be difficult to measure.
That doesn't mean you shouldn't try.
You can work most things out...
once you know what you're measuring.

'A lyrical exploration of the beauty of maths and the wonders of the ocean.
Inda Ahmad Zahri is an author, illustrator, surgical doctor and scuba diver. She was inspired to create this book when her daughter said, 'What I love about numbers is that they go on and on and on forever.'' (Publication summary)

1 y separately published work icon The Month That Makes the Year Inda Ahmad Zahri , Inda Ahmad Zahri (illustrator), Crows Nest : Allen and Unwin , 2023 25526819 2023 single work picture book children's

'Exploring Ramadan through the eyes of a Muslim child, this graceful and authentic story illuminates the sense of belonging to both the community and the universe that this month of fasting, prayer and reflection brings, as well as the sense of accomplishment that springs from sacrifice.

'This month is different from the others.
It starts with the sighting of a new crescent moon.
'Slow down, be kind to yourself and think good thoughts.'
This month, we learn to do big things by changing one little thing at a time…

'It's the first time for Deenie, the youngest member of a Muslim family, to fast during Ramadan. She comes across some challenges, but by the end of the month, she learns that there is a lot more to Ramadan than giving up food and water.

'A warm and joyful story offering children the chance to see themselves or their friends in the celebration of the spiritual practice of Ramadan.' (Publication summary)  

1 y separately published work icon The Legend of the Golden Swan Rosemary Coburn , Inda Ahmad Zahri (illustrator), Frenchville : Morris Publishing Australia , 2022 25040987 2022 single work picture book children's

'Gretta, the golden swan, was excited to see her beloved royal family arrive for a visit to their country estate. The royal twins and their mother were just as excited to be visiting Gretta for the summer holidays.

'But they didn’t know the trouble the twins would find themselves in.

'Lost in the forest, the twins waited to be rescued, but didn’t expect it to be Gretta who found them.

'Is she clever enough to help the search party find them?

'And will she achieve her fondest wish?'  (Publication summary)

1 y separately published work icon Twice The Love Inda Ahmad Zahri , Nabila Adani (illustrator), Mulgrave : Affirm Press , 2022 24677860 2022 single work picture book children's

'Hello you and hello ... you.

Tell me, is it really true?

Double checking just in case,

twice the babies in one place?

'Here is a joyful and heartwarming celebration of all the things that happen in twos: twice the cuddles, twice the kisses, twice the milestones, twice the love.

'From Inda Ahmad Zahri and Nabila Adani comes the perfect gift for every family with twins.'  (Publication summary)

1 y separately published work icon Night Lights Inda Ahmad Zahri , Lesley McGee (illustrator), Armidale : Little Pink Dog Books , 2021 21135960 2021 single work picture book children's

'‘Night Lights’ recounts the childhood memories of cousins exploring their grandparents’ home deep in the Malaysian countryside. In a time without the glare and distraction of modern technology, they discover the brilliance of nature by moon and candlelight.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon Salih Inda Ahmad Zahri , Anne Ryan (illustrator), Abbotsford : Ford Street , 2021 20872626 2021 single work picture book children's

'Like a turtle, Salih carries his home on his back. He must cross a raging sea in search of a safe home.

'Salih paints his happiest memories and sends them as messages in bottles.

'Will someone find them and understand? Will Salih find a new home?' (Publication summary)

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