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 festivities while giving children background information about holidays in many different cultures. A two-page spread at the back of each book contains information for parents, and includes suggestions on ways to communicate the holiday’s meaning to kids. A typical Muslim family celebrates the holy month of Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. In 2004, Ramadan lasts for the entire 30-day lunar month from October 16 through November 13. In 2005, it occurs from October 5 through November 3. It is the time of year for parents and older children to fast, give special praise to God, and be charitable to the poor and needy. The festival of Eid-ul-Fitr occurs on the day following the last day of Ramadan. Families welcome this festival with an elaborate meal attended by extended family and friends. Traditional foods are eaten, including dates and pomegranates.
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Here is a simple and delightful introduction
to the Islamic festival of Ramadan and Eid-ul-Fitr —
suitable for even the youngest child.
Follow a family as they fast each day, go to the mosque
on the Night of Power, and enjoy a delicious feast.
Also in the Festival Time! series
Apples and Honey — A Rosh Hashanah Story
Eight Candles to Light — A Chanukah Story
Four Special Questions — A Passover Story
It’s Party Time! — A Purim Story
Lanterns and Firecrackers — A Chinese New Year Story
Hope and New Life! — An Easter Story
Lighting a Lamp — A Diwali Story
Here is a simple and delightful introduction
to the Islamic festival of Ramadan and Eid-ul-Fitr —
suitable for even the youngest child.
Follow a family as they fast each day, go to the mosque
on the Night of Power, and enjoy a delicious feast.
Also in the Festival Time! series
Apples and Honey — A Rosh Hashanah Story
Eight Candles to Light — A Chanukah Story
Four Special Questions — A Passover Story
It’s Party Time! — A Purim Story
Lanterns and Firecrackers — A Chinese New Year Story
Hope and New Life! — An Easter Story
Lighting a Lamp — A Diwali Story
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
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It's the Missing Ramadan Book!,
By Lynn Ellingwood "The ESOL Teacher" (Webster, NY United States) - See all my reviews (VINE VOICE) (REAL NAME)
This review is from: Fasting and Dates: A Ramadan and Eid-ul-Fitr Story (Festival Time!) (Paperback)
Most Ramadan books are too difficult to read to my young students and I was missing that perfect book about this holiday. Now I can read them a book the students can enjoy and 1st and 2nd graders can read it on their own too! Thanks for the book, if only it had arrived sooner.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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good book,
By sq "twin's mom" (westbury,new york) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Fasting and Dates: A Ramadan and Eid-ul-Fitr Story (Festival Time!) (Paperback)
This book is good for a general introduction of
Muslim holidays to kids. My son was able to read this book to his first grade class. As a Muslim Mom I want to be able to use story books to bring knowledge about our religion to the kids in a fun way.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
A cute introduction to Muslims' fasting month,
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This review is from: Fasting and Dates: A Ramadan and Eid-ul-Fitr Story (Festival Time!) (Paperback)
Suitable for preschoolers, this book is written from the perspective of the younger sister who is still too young to fast, but notices what her older brother is doing. I'm not very impressed with the illustrations; they make the family look like they are dumb or simple minded.
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