Dark Nights and Light Hearts: A Muslim Book of Opposites
Written by Hena Khan
Illustrated by Mehrdokht Amini
Published by Chronicle Books
From the warmth of burning incense to the coolness of summer rain, this richly illustrated book of opposites is a feast for the senses, celebrating Islamic culture and family togetherness through special occasions, big and small. Like Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns, Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets, and One Sun and Countless Stars, this latest offering features Mehrdokht Amini’s signature mixed-media illustrations and Hena Khan’s rhyming read-aloud text and informative back matter. It is equally at home in the classroom and being read on a parent’s lap.
Primary ISBN: 9781797226958
Publication Date: July 2025
Available As: Hardcover, eBook
Picture Book, Age 03 or older
Community Represented: Unspecified (Middle Eastern)
Themes: Accolades & Awards, Accolades & Awards: Starred Review, Celebrations, Cultural Empowerment, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Celebrations & Traditions, Cultural Empowerment & Joy: Identity, Early Childhood, Education & Literacy, Own Voices/Lived Experience, Religious Background: Muslim, Setting: Home Country
Setting: Unspecified
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Home Country, Immigrant
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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