Ramadan

Hannah Eliot

Book - 2018

Introduces the Muslim holiday, discussing the ways in which it is celebrated and why it is important.

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Subjects
Genres
Board books
Published
New York : Little Simon, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division 2018.
Language
English
Main Author
Hannah Eliot (author)
Other Authors
Rashin Kheiriyeh (illustrator)
Edition
First Little Simon edition
Item Description
On board pages.
Physical Description
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 18 cm
ISBN
9781534406353
Contents unavailable.
Review by Kirkus Book Review

This festive board book for toddlers, preschoolers, and early-elementary-age children introduces the practices of and meaning behind Ramadan, the Muslims' month of fasting.From the timing of the month around the crescent moon to the physical practice of fasting during daylight hours, this sturdy little book is packed with almost everything young children should know about Ramadan. Many nonfiction books about Ramadan explain the practices, but few give both facts and feelings as this book does, which is appropriate for both Muslims and non-Muslims. Eliot evokes the spirit of Ramadan, "a time to reflect on ourselves, to be thankful, and to help others." The decorative illustrations show families diverse in skin color, hair texture, and attire as they celebrate, work, play, and pray in societies around the world. The vibrant primary colors pop against blue and orange backgrounds, and the floral patterns and the stylized representation of the natural world strengthen this volume. Only the reasons for fasting are a bit watered down for a general audience: "We fast because we know that there are many people who are less fortunate than us. We appreciate how lucky we are." This is more a benefit of fasting than the religious reason, but it is easily understood. The book ends with the same bittersweet emotions felt at the end of Ramadan: "We will remember to love our family, pray, and give back to others all throughout the year." A treasure that reaches far beyond the traditional board-book audience. (Board book. 2-8) Copyright Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.

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