Hinda's Birthday, The Ice Cream Cake, And The Party Dress

This story follows a little girl named Hinda, who is throwing a birthday party for her school friends. The surprise comes from the unexpected and delightful gifts her friends bring to the celebration. Set in a whimsical world where children take center stage, the story smoothly blends elements of fantasy to captivate young readers.

It narrates how Hinda and her friends share a joyous and unforgettable celebration, making it one of the best days of her life. At its heart, this story carries an important message for budding readers: in the end, friendship is the most valuable gift of all.

Reef Al-Qaddou is passionate about reading books, and studies screenwriting for films and television. She wanted to write a short story that would delight children, hoping it would be a good start for her first attempt at writing stories for children.