Celebrate Ramadan & Eid al-Fitr

Celebrate the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, a time of fasting, introspection, prayer and celebration for the 1.9 billion followers of the Islamic faith. This list highlights books -- both fiction and nonfiction -- for all ages, that focus on faith, spending time with family and friends, and doing charitable acts.

Updated April 10, 2023
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Golden domes and silver lanterns : a Muslim book of colors
Khan, Hena.
Paper Book
With breathtaking illustrations and informative text, Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns magnificently captures the world of Islam, celebrating its beauty and traditions for even the youngest readers. Sure to inspire questions and observations about world religions and cultures, this entrancing...
The night of the moon
Khan, Hena.
Paper Book
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...
Crescent moons and pointed minarets : a Muslim book of shapes
Khan, Hena
Paper Book
Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets - Islamic book for kids "A beautiful picture book that simultaneously explores shapes, Islam, and the cultures of the Muslim people." - Kirkus Reviews Toddler book of shapes and Islamic traditions: From a crescent moon...
Mad, bad & dangerous to know
Ahmed, Samira
Paper Book
Told in alternating narratives that bridge centuries, the latest novel from bestselling author Samira Ahmed traces the lives of two young women fighting to write their own stories and escape the pressure of familial burdens and cultural expectations in worlds too long defined by men.
Fasting and dates : a Ramadan and Eid-ul-fitr story
Zucker, Jonny.
Paper Book
Books in the Festival Time series describe the activities of typical families as parents and children celebrate some of their culture's major holidays. Attractive color illustrations on every page will appeal to younger children. The simply yet delightfully told stories describe the...
Baby's first Ramadan [board book]
Lloyd, Clare (Children's book author)
Paper Book
An early learning board book that takes a very first look at the traditions and festivities of Ramadan Perfect for story time with little ones, this first board book introduces babies and toddlers to the holy month of Ramadan. From the first sight of the crescent...
Happy Eid al-Fitr : the sweet festival
Bentley, Joyce
Paper Book
Eid al-Fitr is celebrated by Muslims worldwide to mark the end of Ramadan fasting and this book lets children discover how people around the globe celebrate this important festival and what it means to them, with age-appropriate language. The history, preparation and celebration of...
Ramadan and Id-ul-Fitr
Dickmann, Nancy.
Paper Book
Fasting, praying, and charitable acts mark the Islamic holiday of Ramadan, which ends with the festival of Id-ul-Fitr when the fast is broken. Readers of this book will learn the history and meaning of these holidays as well as the activities that take place during this reflective time of year.
I belong to the Muslim faith
Dicker, Katie.
Paper Book
Allow your readers to take a deep dive into the life of a Muslim. Students will see what it's like to be a follower of Islam from the narrative of a same-aged peer. The fascinating customs, dress, observances, and practices of this rich faith are extensively and accessibly explored.
A party in Ramadan
Mobin-Uddin, Asma.
Paper Book
Readers learn about the Islamic observance of Ramadan in this charming story of a young Muslim girl determined to do the right thing during her first Ramadan fast. Ramadan is coming and Leena is excited. Although she is too young to fast every day during the Muslim religious festival,...

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