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Friday is a day of rest, of faith, of joy. And best of all, it’s Baba’s Day off!

A young girl and her sister can’t wait to ride in their father’s taxi after school. But when Baba has to work on Friday, the girls must wait, dreaming of the adventures he’s having as he ferries people across Washington DC: seeing monuments, visiting museums, enjoying the cherry blossoms, and remembering stories of his life growing up in Pakistan.

When Baba finally comes home, it’s time for the whole family to ride with him in his car and spend a special evening together. Sarthak Sinha’s cozy illustrations perfectly complement Sadia Ali Heil’s tender story in this ode to family, immigrant cultures, and the frontline workers who serve as the backbone of our communities.