Cookies and Crescents: An Eid Story
Written by Nada Shawish Dutka
Illustrated by Zelma Firdauzia
Published by Abrams Books for Young Readers
Reem doesn’t want to leave her home in the city, to move far away from her community and the bustling Eid celebrations she’s used to. Eid is supposed to be a time to connect with family and friends—and this year was her turn to help make Mama’s famous Eid cookies! What will Reem do alone in a quiet neighborhood so far away?
But Mama is sure a place of their own is what’s best. Besides, maybe under this new sky they’ll finally be able to spot the moon.
This sweet, authentic picture book explores how traditions (and recipes) can change and grow, and how holidays can be special no matter where they’re celebrated.
Primary ISBN: 9781419773327
Publication Date: March 2025
Available As: Hardcover, eBook
Picture Book, Age 04 or older
Community Represented: Palestinian/Palestinian American
Themes: Celebrations: Ramadan & Eid, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Celebrations & Traditions, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Food, Family Relationship: Parents, Generation: 1st, Multilingual: Arabic Featured Words, Own Voices/Lived Experience, Religious Background: Muslim, Welcoming by Individual
Setting: United States (Virginia)
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: 1st Generation
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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