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by Hena Khan (Author), Julie Paschkis (Illustrator)
Now in paperback, this sweet tale follows Yasmeen, a seven-year-old Pakistani-American girl, as she celebrates the Muslim holidays of Ramadan, "The Night of the Moon" (Chaand Raat), and Eid. With lush illustrations that evoke Islamic art, this beautiful story offers a peek into modern Muslim culture--and into the ancient roots of its most cherished traditions.
Author Biography
Hena Khan is the author of numerous books for children, including Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns: A Muslim Book of Colors and Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets: A Muslim Book of Shapes. She lives in Rockville, Maryland.
Julie Paschkis is an artist and illustrator. Her illustrations can be seen in Night Garden, which was selected by the New York Times as one of the 10 best illustrated books of 2000. She lives in Seattle, Washington.
Number of Pages: 36
Dimensions: 0.2 x 10.9 x 8 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: April 17, 2018
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Night of the Moon: A Muslim Holiday Story
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 4.1
Point Value: 0.5
