Janna and Loujain Story and Coloring Pages

Aug 24, 2026

This document presents two inspiring stories of young women advocating for change. The first story features Janna Jihad, a 15-year-old journalist from the Israeli-occupied West Bank, who desires a normal childhood for herself and other Palestinian children amidst systemic discrimination. The second story is "Loujain Dreams of Sunflowers," based on the experiences of Loujain AlHathloul, a Nobel Peace Prize nominee who spearheaded the successful campaign to lift Saudi Arabia's ban on women driving. Co-authored by Uma Mishra-Newbery and Lina Al-Hathloul, and illustrated by Rebecca Green, this beautifully illustrated narrative encourages readers to pursue the changes they envision and highlights the importance of women's and girls' freedoms. Both narratives underscore themes of resilience, activism, and the pursuit of fundamental human rights, offering a glimpse into the lives of young activists and their impactful contributions to positive societal shifts. The document also provides links for further learning about Janna's story and human rights advocacy.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryStory & Novel

FormatPDF

Pages2

Reading Time3 min

AccessFree to download

Janna Jihad

Loujain Dreams of Sunflowers

FAQs

Who is Janna Jihad and what are her circumstances?

Janna Jihad is a 15-year-old journalist from the Israeli-occupied West Bank who, despite facing systematic discrimination, desires a normal childhood for herself and other Palestinian children.

What is the book "Loujain Dreams of Sunflowers" about?

The book is based on the experiences of Loujain AlHathloul, who led the campaign to lift Saudi Arabia's ban on women driving. It's a story about striving for change and valuing women's and girls' freedoms.

Who are the authors and illustrator of "Loujain Dreams of Sunflowers"?

The book is written by Uma Mishra-Newbery and Lina Al-Hathloul, and illustrated by Rebecca Green.

Aug 24, 2026

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