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saracat's review against another edition
4.0
This is a simple story that follows a young girl through the month of Ramadan, giving the author opportunities to explain some of the traditions and ways of celebrating the holiday. It feels like it could be equally suited to reading to Muslim and non-Muslim children as an introduction to the holiday. Even though the book is about a religious holiday, it does feel more focused on facts and customs because it does not really go into any religious aspects of the holiday in detail.
megatsunami's review against another edition
4.0
This is admittedly one of those "here's how little So-and-so celebrates her holiday" books, but it's well written and the absolutely gorgeous pictures make up for any "teachiness." Also, it led to an interesting conversation when my child followed it up with, "Mama, can I fast?"
sunflowerjess's review
informative
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
I adore everything Hena Khan writes. I cracked up reading her bio in this book when she talks about "The Khanicles" lol. Night of the Moon is a short, sweet story highlighting what happens during the month of Ramadan.
vanlyn87's review
5.0
A beautifully illustrated kids book that tells a friendly tale of celebrating Eid. Good for young readers and a great family read.
smithers815's review
4.0
This amazing book is a great introduction for younger readers to Ramadan and the Muslim culture! Loved it!
eirenophile's review
4.0
I thought this was delightful. Nothing dour about it, but not superficial either. It wasn't just an account of the holiday from the little girl's perspective, it was filled with things to notice - like the moon, of course, which is a passage of time accessible to children like little else. And like snacks versus getting to fast. And the depiction of fasting as not necessarily easy but definitely rewarding. But again, still accessible. I loved the moon and the borders, but I wasn't a huge fan of the way people were painted - it's just not my favorite style. Good book though!
librarylandlisa's review
4.0
This is a great book which will act as a mirror for Muslim kids and a window for others to show about the holiday as experienced by the Persian girl in the book named Yasmeen. The Glossary is full of terms that may be new for some readers.
gardenjess's review
5.0
Beautifully told story of Ramadan, and Muslim culture. the illustrations were beautiful, as was the story, and the explanation at the end of the holiday and definitions of terms were helpful.
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