Picture book. Moon smiles down on Earth and observes different countries celebrating Ramadan until her crescent tinkle triggers the start of Eid.
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Ramadan Reads
A selection of children's books about the joy, warmth, and conviviality of the holiday.
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- Picture book. Come in and experience the sacred traditions of Ramadan, the Islamic month of mercy and blessings, with children and families from across the globe.
- Picture book. On the first night of Ramadan, Sami sets out on a nighttime walk with Baba to answer his question: what does a Ramadan night *feel* like?
- Reader. To celebrate the beginning of Ramadan, Nadia and Nadir make cookies with their parents. Nadia must get creative when they realize their crescent moon cookie cutter is missing. Available in Spanish.
- Middle grade graphic novel. As the month stretches on, Hassan's family and community grow closer together. Can Hassan balance it all during the hectic holy month—faith, tradition, school, and fun, too?
- Middle grade novel. For the holiday, Nadia and her family travel to Bangladesh; there, she learns about the country’s climate crisis—and the true meaning of her favorite holiday.
- Early chapter book. In the spirit of the season, Sadiq and his friends decide to put on a community iftar as a fundraiser, but not everyone agrees where their efforts should be spent. Can they find a way to work together?
- Picture book. When Zahra goes with Mama to volunteer at a local shelter for asylum seekers, she befriends a displaced child and finds her prayers just might be answered in unexpected ways. Available in Spanish.
- Picture book. On the night before Eid, it’s finally time to make special sweet treats: Teita’s famous ka’ak. Together with Mama and Teita, Zain follows his family’s recipe and share special memories celebrating their heritage.
- Board book. Starting with a morning feast, and ending with an evening treat, the family gathers with loved ones, eats dates and honey, dresses up, and heads to the mosque.
- Picture book. When her father begins giving the food away to all the neighbors, Hafsa is worried that there won't be anything left for her!
- Picture book. Baba and the rest of the family are there to help Ibraheem learn that Eid is more than just the presents he hopes to receive.
Once Upon An Eid
Stories of Hope and Joy by 15 Muslim Voices
Middle grade anthology. For those who cherish this day of celebration, the emotional responses may be summed up in another short and sweet word: joy.- Reader. It's the last day of Ramadan, and Rabia is so excited! She gets to have her hands painted with henna, wear a new dress, and put her family's donation in the box at the mosque. It's a special Eid all around!
- Picture book. As Haneen and her mother travel through the streets on a slow bus ride, rain drips down the window, and Haneen prays for gifts she really, really wants to receive for Eid.
- Picture book. Celebrates the many gifts of the holiday—from excitedly awaiting the arrival of guests to enjoying steaming hot rotis to sharing treasured family stories.
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