"A Sad Birthday Fatima" by Dimitri Gilles is a heartwarming tale about a little girl named Fatima. Overflowing with enthusiasm for her upcoming birthday, Fatima shares her excitement with everyone around her. Despite her efforts, her special day starts off on a gloomy note as her friends don't seem to share her enthusiasm. A surprise visit from her mom and a trip to her favorite ice cream store begin to lift her spirits. The true highlight, however, awaits her back at school, where her friends and family have prepared an unexpected birthday surprise. Despite starting as a "sad birthday," it turns into the happiest day of her life, a memory that brings a smile to her face every time she recalls it.