| Author | : Rabiah York Lumbard |
| Publisher | : Albert Whitman & Company |
| Total Pages | : 35 |
| Release | : 2019-04-01 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 0807529052 |
Sophia wants to fast for Ramadan this year. Her grandma tells her that fasting helps make a person sparkly—and Sophia loves sparkles. But when her attempt at fasting fails, Sophia must find another way to participate. This lovely multigenerational family story explores the many ways to take part in the Ramadan holiday.
| Author | : Qasim Rashid |
| Publisher | : Penguin |
| Total Pages | : 41 |
| Release | : 2021-04-20 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 0593114663 |
The debut picture book by author and human rights activist Qasim Rashid that celebrates good deeds during the month of Ramadan. It's the first day of Ramadan and Hannah wants to be a part of this important month every way she can. But if she's too young to fast, how can she observe Ramadan? By saving the world, Dada Jaan tells her. And so Hannah learns that by helping her friends and neighbors and by showing kindness and generosity, she can make the world a better place. The debut picture book by human rights activist and attorney Qasim Rashid tells a timely story full of warmth and heart about the observance of Ramadan and the power of good deeds.
| Author | : Lisa Bullard |
| Publisher | : Millbrook Press ™ |
| Total Pages | : 25 |
| Release | : 2017-08-01 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1541503961 |
For Muslims, Ramadan is a time for fasting, prayer, and thinking of others. Rashad tries to be good all month. When it's time for Eid al-Fitr, he feasts and plays! Find out how people celebrate this special time of year. Learn the history behind the days people celebrate in the Holidays and Special Days series. Each book follows a young narrator through the process of preparing for and celebrating a special event.
| Author | : Sylvia Whitman |
| Publisher | : Albert Whitman & Company |
| Total Pages | : 27 |
| Release | : 2011-03-01 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 0807593362 |
"We wait for the moon. We watch for the moon. We watch for the Ramadan moon. We give to the poor, and read Qur'an, under the moon. We live our faith, until next year under the moon, under the moon, under the Ramadan moon." Ramadan is one of the most special months of the Islamic year, when Muslims pray, fast, and help those in need. The lyrical story, with luminous illustrations, serves as an introduction to Ramadan—a time for reflection and ritual with family and friends. A detailed note about Ramadan is included.
| Author | : Na'ima B. Robert |
| Publisher | : Frances Lincoln Children's Books |
| Total Pages | : 32 |
| Release | : 2020-05-05 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 0711261644 |
Ramadan, the month of fasting, Doesn't begin all at once. It begins with a whisper And a prayer And a wish. Muslims all over the world celebrate Ramadan and the joyful days of Eid-ul-Fitr at the end of the month of fasting as the most special time of year. This lyrical and inspiring picture book captures the wonder and joy of this great annual event, from the perspective of a child. Accompanied by Iranian inspired illustrations, the story follows the waxing of the moon from the first new crescent to full moon and waning until Eid is heralded by the first sighting of the second new moon. Written and illustrated by Muslims, this is a book for all children who celebrate Ramadan and those in the wider communities who want to understand why this is such a special experience for Muslims.
| Author | : Hannah Eliot |
| Publisher | : Simon and Schuster |
| Total Pages | : 24 |
| Release | : 2018-04-03 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 1534406360 |
Learn all about the traditions of Ramadan with this first book in the brand-new board book series Celebrate the World, which highlights celebrations across the globe. In the ninth month of the year, when the first crescent moon rises in the sky, it’s time to celebrate Ramadan! In this lovely board book with illustrations from Rashin Kheiriyeh, readers learn that Ramadan is a time to reflect on ourselves, to be thankful, and a time to help others.
| Author | : H. A. Rey |
| Publisher | : HarperCollins |
| Total Pages | : 16 |
| Release | : 2016-05-03 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 0544866908 |
George celebrates Ramadan with his friend Kareem. “A groundbreaking new book that also tries to span the cultural chasm for a new generation.” —The New Yorker George helps Kareem with his first fast and joins in the evening celebration of tasting treats and enjoying a special meal. Then George helps make gift baskets to donate to the needy, and watches for the crescent moon with the man in the yellow hat. Finally, George joins in the Eid festivities to mark the end of his very first Ramadan. This playful book makes a great holiday gift for all fans of Curious George—those who celebrate Ramadan, and those who are learning about it for the first time. “To help overcome Islamophobia and foster mutual respect, acceptance and understanding, teachers, parents, community leaders and librarians can use books like these to educate children about Muslims while enhancing religious literacy.” —The Huffington Post “I hope [this book] makes it into the hands of Muslim children who need it and any child curious about Ramadan and Islam. Parents, this is how we teach love.” —Read It Real Good
| Author | : Siman Nuurali |
| Publisher | : Picture Window Books |
| Total Pages | : 65 |
| Release | : 2020-08 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1515871347 |
It's Ramadan! In the spirit of the season, Sadiq and his friends want to give back to their community. The friends band together to raise money to build a new school for children in Somalia. They decide to put on a community iftar as a fund-raiser, but not everyone agrees where their efforts should be spent. Can they find a way to work together?
| Author | : Reem Faruqi |
| Publisher | : Tilbury House Publishers and Cadent Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 34 |
| Release | : 2015-05-01 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 0884484327 |
*2019 Daybreak Children's Picture Book Award -- Recognizing Muslim Women's Contributions to Literature* *Notable Social Studies Trade Book For Young People 2016, a cooperative Project of the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) and the Children’s Book Council* *Featured Book of the Month, Anti-Defamation League* *American Library Association Notable Book for Children 2016* *Skipping Stones Honor 2016* *International Literacy Association Choices Reading List* Lailah is in a new school in a new country, thousands of miles from her old home, and missing her old friends. When Ramadan begins, she is excited that she is finally old enough to participate in the fasting but worried that her classmates won’t understand why she doesn’t join them in the lunchroom. Lailah solves her problem with help from the school librarian and her teacher and in doing so learns that she can make new friends who respect her beliefs. This gentle, moving story from first-time author Reem Faruqi comes to life in Lea Lyon’s vibrant illustrations. Lyon uses decorative arabesque borders on intermittent spreads to contrast the ordered patterns of Islamic observances with the unbounded rhythms of American school days. Fountas & Pinnell Level N
