Olive Harvest in Palestine: A story of childhood memories

Summary of Book

A story about the harvest traditions that have been shared among Palestinian farmers for centuries. The story takes the reader’s imagination on a journey, starting from how the olives are picked, through how they are pressed into oil, bottled and finally arrive in the consumer’s hands. Along the way the reader shares in this festive working atmosphere filled with singing, eating, love and laughter portrayed from the eyes of a child.

Author Biography

Wafa Shami, was born and raised in Ramallah, Palestine. She Moved to the U.S. pursuing higher education and graduated with a Master’s degree in International Studies. Since moving to the U.S. Wafa has maintained her engagement in Middle Eastern issues as a volunteer. She was inspired to write children storybooks that are from her own childhood after her son was born. Her first story Easter in Ramallah was published earlier this year. In addition, to being busy raising her son, who is currently 5 years old, Wafa has a passion for cooking and has a food blog, in which she is sharing her family’s recipes. Wafa currently lives in California.

Illustrator Biography

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