This vibrantly illustrated picture book invites children to experience the traditions of Ramadan and Eid through the eyes of a seven-year-old Pakistani-American girl named Yasmeen. With lush illustrations that evoke Islamic art, this beautiful story of growing awareness offers a window into modern Muslim culture - and into the ancient roots of it's origin.

 

This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the Parents' Choice Award.

There are 36 pages in this book. This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+). This book was published 2008 by Chronicle Books .

Hena Khan is a Pakistani Muslim-American who has written numerous books for children. She lives in Rockville, Maryland. Julie Paschkis is an artist and illustrator living in Seattle, Washington.