A celebratory, tender picture book that reflects how the holy month of Ramadan is honored by Muslims around the world. Yuksel pairs these shared values of Ramadan with culturally specific language for loved ones and foods, reflecting the diversity of the Muslim community. From M. O. Yuksel and Hatem Aly, the acclaimed creators of the award-winning In My Mosque, comes Ramadan Kareem —a delightful, diverse celebration of Ramadan around the world. Don’t miss this modern classic that celebrates the emotions and joy of this important holiday. Yuksel’s refreshing take centers children’s experiences during Ramadan and the holiday that follows it, Eid al-Fitr. Descriptions of the children’s hunger pangs, their relief at breaking their fast, and their gratitude for their blessings perfectly capture their perspective. From M. O. Yuksel and Hatem Aly, the acclaimed creators of the award-winning In My Mosque, comes Ramadan Kareem — a delightful, diverse celebration of Ramadan around the world. Don’t miss this modern classic that celebrates the emotions and joy of this important holiday. Yuksel's refreshing take centers children's experiences during Ramadan and the holiday that follows it, Eid al-Fitr. Descriptions of the children's hunger pangs, their relief at breaking their fast, and their gratitude for their blessings perfectly capture their perspective. From M. O. Yuksel and Hatem Aly, the acclaimed creators of the award-winning In My Mosque, comes Ramadan Kareem—a delightful, diverse celebration of Ramadan around the world. Don’t miss this modern classic that celebrates the emotions and joy of this important holiday. From M. O. Yuksel and Hatem Aly, the acclaimed creators of the award-winning In My Mosque, comes Ramadan Kareem—a delightful, diverse celebration of Ramadan around the world. Don’t miss this modern classic that celebrates the emotions and joy of this important holiday. A joyful picture book that celebrates the joys and traditions of the holy month of Ramadan around the world. Join the charac. In a storyline that travels from home to home, country to country, plate to plate, readers can feast their eyes on the blessings of Ramadan and the richness of Islamic heritage, now spread throughout the globe. Yuksel deftly navigates Islam's diverse community, weaving a tale of multiple voices that sounds singular and fluid. With warm, lyrical text from M. O. Yuksel and richly detailed artwork from New York Times bestselling illustrator Hatem Aly, this is a must-have book that invites readers to enjoy the wonder of Ramadan. The book also includes easy-to-understand back matter and fun, interactive elements. Hello, my name is Munevver Olgun Yuksel. I also go by the nickname, Mindy. Munevver means light or enlightened, and it is a traditional name in Muslim countries, such as Uzbekistan and Turkey, where I am from. I go by my initials for my books. My author name is M.O. Yuksel. Yuksel’s forthcoming books include RAMADAN KAREEM (HarperCollins, 2024), SAMI’S SPECIAL GIFT: An Eid Al-Adha Story (Charlesbridge, 2024), and THE PRINCE OF STARS: The Story of Ulugh Beg (HarperCollins, 2024). Yuksel loves writing about diverse cultures and little-known historical figures. In a starred review, Booklist calls Ramadan Kareem, “an exceptionally warm and illuminating celebration,” and School Library Journal notes in their starred review that “this book reflects the diversity in Muslim communities around the world while uplifting the shared principles of the holy month of Ramadan.” Title: Ramadan Kareem Release Date: 02/20/2024 Published by: HarperCollins Contributors: M. O. Yuksel (Author), Hatem Aly (Illustrator) Genre: Picture Book Pages: 40 ISBN13: 9780063240124 Order now HarperCollins Bookshop Barnes & Noble Target Walmart Amazon + [] M. O. Yuksel is the award-winning and critically acclaimed author of In My Mosque.Hatem Aly is the illustrator of the New York Times bestselling The Proudest Blue, written by Olympic medallist Ibtihaj Muhammad, and The Inquisitor\'s Tale, a Newbery Honor Book, as well as the bestselling Yasmin fiction series, written by Saadia Faruqi. Yuksel’s forthcoming books include RAMADAN KAREEM (HarperCollins, 2024), SAMI’S SPECIAL GIFT: An Eid Al-Adha Story (Charlesbridge, 2024), and THE PRINCE OF STARS: The Story of Ulugh Beg (HarperCollins, 2024). Yuksel loves writing about diverse cultures and little-known historical figures. Highlights Foundation Celebrating Ramadan Kareem’s Book Birthday; Muslim Mommy Blog Ramadan Kareem Live with M.O. Yuksel and Hatem Aly; National Literacy Trust Words for Life Celebrate Ramadan Kareem! Kirkus Reviews 4 Picture Books to Celebrate the Muslim Holidays; Nerdy Book Club Holiday Stories that Resonate: Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr, and Eid M. O. Yuksel is the award-winning and critically acclaimed author of In My Mosque.Hatem Aly is the illustrator of the New York Times bestselling The Proudest Blue, written by Olympic medallist Ibtihaj Muhammad, and The Inquisitor\'s Tale, a Newbery Honor Book, as well as the bestselling Yasmin fiction series, written by Saadia Faruqi. Author M.O. Yuksel and illustrator Hatem Aly joined Cat Galeano on Instagram Live to celebrate the Book Birthday of their new book, Ramadan Kareem. Watch the conversation and find the full transcript below. (Find closed captions by hovering over the bottom of the video and choosing the “CC” icon.) Yuksel pairs these shared values of Ramadan with culturally specific language for loved ones and foods, reflecting the diversity of the Muslim community. Aly’s illustrations fill each page with colors and patterns that emanate excitement and care as families share meals, visit the market, gather for prayer, prepare donations, cook, and set
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