Noura's Crescent Moon

By Zainab Khan, Nabila Adani (Illustrator)

A child eagerly awaits the new moon to start Eid celebrations, but will it appear?

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32 pages

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Noura eagerly anticipates the end of her first Ramadan fast with a special moonsighting picnic. As she and her family head to the hills, she hopes to glimpse the elusive crescent moon. If it remains hidden, another day of fasting awaits before she can don her sparkly dress and join the joyous Eid festivities. Will Noura's wish come true under the starry sky, or will patience be her final test? This enchanting tale captures the magic and anticipation of a family tradition, inviting readers to experience the wonder of Eid through a child's eyes.

From the publisher

Venturing out after dusk with her family, a child is eager to watch for the new moon that signals the start of Eid ul-Fitr celebrations in this charming picture-book debut. Noura can’t wait for the sun to go down! With Ramadan and her first month of fasting almost over, she and Mama and Papa are headed to the hills for a moonsighting picnic. It would be truly special if Noura could catch a glimpse of the faint silvery crescent, something even her mother has never managed to do. If the moon stays hidden, that means one more long day before Noura can wear her sparkly new dress and the joyful Eid celebrations begin–bringing with them visits with friends, eating sweets, and painting henna on her hands. In a lighthearted introduction to Ramadan and Eid, this family-centered tale of anticipation under the stars pairs an inviting text from Zainab Khan with Nabila Adani’s vibrant illustrations, capturing everything from the bustle of a shared meal to the swirling magic of the night sky. Relevant terms, from food items to the Islamic lunar calendar, are explained in a glossary at the end.

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