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Gr 2–4—Yakov, a young boy from an Orthodox Jewish community and Aïcha, a Muslim girl in Montreal, become fast friends as they bond over their mutual interest in space. Both of them hope to one day become astronauts. One night, the two are stargazing, when Aïcha's hijab slips off, revealing her colorful curls. Her father catches them, yelling at Yakov, who has developed a crush on Aïcha, and whisking her away. Both of their parents are outraged, and they are immediately separated. Yakov desperately tries to reach Aïcha again, but finds...Log In or Sign Up to Read More