Arabic Alphabet Book - Language Learning
Arabic Alphabet Book - Language Learning
Alshiref Design
A playful, visual introduction to the Arabic alphabet for children, families, learners, and anyone curious about the Arabic language and culture.
Written and illustrated by Alshiref Eskander, a native Arabic speaker and owner of Amity, this book pairs each Arabic letter with an original, hand-drawn illustration that helps bring its sound and character to life.
For some readers, it may be a first introduction to Arabic. For others, it may be a way to share a language they grew up with, keep it present in their family, or help a younger generation feel connected to their heritage. And for children and families with no connection to Arabic, it offers an approachable way to encounter another language and expand their understanding of the world.
A Book for Learning, Sharing & Connecting
You don’t have to be studying Arabic to enjoy this book. It was created for anyone who wants to explore the language visually and at their own pace, including:
- Children discovering Arabic or being introduced to another language
- Parents and families sharing Arabic language and culture with younger generations
- Arabic-speaking and multicultural families looking for a visual resource to enjoy together
- Heritage learners reconnecting with a language that is part of their family or community
- New Arabic learners looking for an approachable introduction to the alphabet
- Teachers, tutors, caregivers, and classrooms introducing children to Arabic
- Anyone curious about Arabic language, lettering, art, and culture
Whether the goal is learning the alphabet, keeping a family connection alive, or simply discovering something new, the book is designed to make Arabic feel welcoming, visual, and enjoyable.
Be part of the book’s first print run.
The first printed copies are expected in Spring 2027, and preorders are now. Preordering locks in the special $25 price while supporting the first printing of a new independently published book by a local author and illustrator.
Preorder price: $25
Regular price: $35
About the Author & Illustrator
Alshiref Eskander is a graphic designer and the founder of a thriving collective of over 50 artists in a gallery called Amity Artisan Goods in downtown Portland, Oregon. He is a proud son of an amazing single mother and a devoted father to two wonderful children.
Born and raised on the coast of the Red Sea in Egypt, Alshiref became a scuba diver early in life and developed a deep connection to the sea and its vibrant ecosystems. In his early twenties, he moved to Switzerland, immersing himself in European culture and expanding his creative horizons. By his late twenties, he'd made his way to the United States—first living on the East Coast, then California, and eventually settling in Portland, Oregon, where he and his family have made their home.
Alshiref’s diverse background and multicultural experiences deeply inform his creative work, inspiring designs that blend global perspectives with local community spirit.
Alshiref Eskander is the owner of Amity and a native Arabic speaker. This is his first book, written and illustrated in Portland, Oregon, and independently published.
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