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by Marzieh Abbas (Author), Anoosha Syed (Illustrator)
Eid Mubarak! Join a joyful and sweet celebration of Eid in this irresistible, inclusive board book highlighting the traditions of the end of the Islamic holy month, Ramadan.
Our Neighborhood is a series of board books that celebrates every kids' culture so kids can find themselves, their family, and their friends in every book.
It's Eid day! Join the celebration as an adorable kiddo experiences the Muslim festival of Eid with their family. Starting with a morning feast, and ending with an evening treat, they gather with loved ones, eat dates and honey, dress up, and head to the mosque. This irresistible board book is sure to delight and inform, serving both as a mirror and a window into a joyous Muslim household. Excited for Eid is part of a wonderful, rhyming board book series by Marzieh Abbas that delivers an ode to Muslim celebrations. Don't miss Radiant Ramadan and Friday Fun which celebrates Jumu'ah, the holiest day of the Muslim week.
Author Biography
Marzieh Abbas was raised between the bustling cities of Dubai, U.A.E., and Karachi, Pakistan. She loves traveling, reading, and samosas. She is a member of SCBWI, 12x12, and a graduate of the Lyrical Language Lab, Children's Book Academy, and Storyteller Academy. She is active on Twitter where she continues to form connections with the Writing Community, runs a kidlit review group on Facebook, and blogs about her author journey and life in Pakistan on Instagram. She currently lives in Pakistan with her husband and children.
Anoosha Syed is an award-winning illustrator and character designer for animation based in Texas. She has illustrated over twenty children's books, and has worked with clients including Google, Netflix, Disney Junior, and Dreamworks TV.
