Night of the Moon
Written by Hena Khan
Illustrated by Julie Paschkiss
Published by Chronical Books
Yasmeen, a seven-year-old Pakistani American girl, 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 window into modern Muslim culture and into the ancient roots from within its traditions have grown.
Primary ISBN: 9780811860628
Available As: Hardcover, Paperback
Picture Book, Age 05 or older
Community Represented: Muslim/Muslim American, Pakistani/Pakistani American
Themes: Celebrations: Ramadan, Multiracial Identity, Religious Background: Muslim
Setting: United States
Character’s New Arrival/New American Status: Arrival
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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