Experience the joy and traditions of Ramadan with this heart-warming illustrated children’s picture book.
M. O. Yuksel has attend many mosques around the world, from Turkey
to Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan to Malaysia, Canada, and the United
States, and is passionate about sharing the unique architecture and
personality of each, as well as the feeling of serenity, peace and
hospitality that is common to them all. She lives in New Jersey,
USA, with her husband and three sons. Visit her online at
www.moyuksel.com.
Hatem Aly is an Egyptian-born illustrator of the New York Times
bestselling The Proudest Blue, written by Olympic medallist Ibtihaj
Muhammad, and The Inquisitor's Tale, a Newbery Honor Book, as well
as the bestselling Yasmin fiction series, written by Saadia Faruqi.
As a child, he would imagine shapes forming on the mosque's carpet
if he stared down long enough, which then swiftly disappeared and
transformed into beautiful patterns when he looked up. In My Mosque
is full of those same beautiful patterns. Hatem lives in New
Brunswick, Canada with his wife, son, and more pets than people.
Visit him online at www.metahatem.com.
"Whether readers [observe] Ramadan or simply seek to learn more about this important holiday, Ramadan Kareem is a heartfelt and illuminating exploration of the universal themes of faith, kindness, and gratitude.” – Minipreneur Book Corner "A celebratory, tender picture book that reflects how the holy month of Ramadan is honoured by Muslims around the world… A beautiful follow-up to the award-winning collaboration In My Mosque…” – School and Library Journal "Yuksel's refreshing take centers children's experiences during Ramadan and the holiday that follows it, Eid al-Fitr… Aly's cheerful, energetic illustrations pair beautifully with the text to convey the joyous spirit of Ramadan, with bright colors and depictions ofIslamic art and architecture.” – Kirkus “…Yuksel’s sensate prose conveys specific practices … especially the wait for iftar, while Aly’s energetic illustrations draw on culturally-specific Islamic art and architecture, imparting the season’s tenets and its communal feel.” – Publishers Weekly
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