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Under the Ramadan moon offers a gentle, lyrical portrait of the Islamic holy month for juvenile readers. The book follows the spiritual practices of prayer, fasting, and generosity, while also celebrating the communal feasts and traditions that mark Ramadan’s end. Sylvia Whitman’s warm, descriptive language is complemented by Sue Williams’ bright illustrations, making the book an accessible entry point to the themes and customs of Islam for young audiences.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Sylvia Whitman
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