Ramadan Kareem

by M. O. Yuksel

On Sale: 02/20/2024

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Ramadan Kareem

by M. O. Yuksel

illustrated by Hatem Aly

On Sale: 02/20/2024

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About the Book

From M. O. Yuksel and Hatem Aly, the acclaimed creators of the award-winning In My Mosque, comes Ramadan Kareem—a delightful, diverse celebration of Ramadan around the world. Don’t miss this modern classic that celebrates the emotions and joy of this important holiday.

Come in and experience the sacred traditions of Ramadan, the Islamic month of mercy and blessings, with children and families from across the globe. From waking up early for suhoor, and fasting from dawn to dusk, to praying and preparing an iftar meal to be shared, Ramadan is a time of increased spirituality, gratitude, charity, and empathy for all.

With warm, lyrical text from M. O. Yuksel and richly detailed artwork from New York Times bestselling illustrator Hatem Aly, this is a must-have book that invites readers to enjoy the wonder of Ramadan. The book also includes easy-to-understand back matter and fun, interactive elements.

Critical Praise

Yuksel's refreshing take centers children's experiences during Ramadan and the holiday that follows it, Eid al-Fitr. Descriptions of the children's hunger pangs, their relief at breaking their fast, and their gratitude for their blessings perfectly capture their perspective. The author emphasizes sensory experiences, such as the smell of kofta, the sound of the calls to prayers, and the cozy feeling of curling up on Abuela's lap to read the Quran. Aly's cheerful, energetic illustrations pair beautifully with the text to convey the joyous spirit of Ramadan, with bright colors and depictions of Islamic art and architecture. — Kirkus Reviews

Product Details

ISBN: 9780063240124
ISBN 10: 0063240122
Imprint: HarperCollins
On Sale: 02/20/2024
Pages: 40
List Price:24.99 CAD
Ages: 4 to 8
BISAC1 : JUVENILE FICTION / Religious / Muslim
BISAC2 : JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Religion & Faith
BISAC3 : JUVENILE FICTION / Holidays & Celebrations / Other, Religious
BISAC4 : JUVENILE FICTION / Family / Multigenerational
BISAC5 : JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / New Experience

M. O. Yuksel

Biography

M.O. Yuksel is the award-winning author of In My Mosque, and One Wish: Fatima al-Fihri and the World’s Oldest University. Of Uzbek heritage, she was born in Türkiye and immigrated to the United States when she was seven. She spent most of her childhood in New York City. Ramadan is her favorite time of year. Visit her online at www.moyuksel.com.

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Hatem Aly

Biography

Hatem Aly is an Egyptian-born illustrator whose work has been published all over the world. As a child, he was in charge of preparing apricot juice for iftar and buying yogurt and beans for suhoor. He used to only fast until noon, but as he got older, he was able to fast until sunset. He still makes it to sunset. His illustrations have earned multiple starred reviews and positions on the New York Times bestseller list including The Proudest Blue (with Ibtihaj Muhammad & S.K. Ali), the Yasmin series (with Saadia Faruqi), and The Inquisitor’s Tale (with Adam Gidwitz). He currently lives in beautiful New Brunswick, Canada, with his wife, son, and more pets than people.