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Saffron Ice Cream

Written and illustrated by Rashin Kheinyeh

This book is based on a memory of the author and depicts some of the differences between the United States and Iran.

After moving to New York City, Rashin’s parents take her and her brother to Coney Island. Along the way, Rashin reminisces about her family’s trips to the Caspian Sea and her favorite part, getting saffron ice cream.

Upon arriving at Coney Island, Rashin discoveries that many things are drastically different in America. Will she be disappointed or delighted with her new discoveries?

The bright folkart type illustrations do a good job reflecting the story and the author.