Zahra's Blessing
A Ramadan Story
Shirin Shamsi author Manal Mirza illustrator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Barefoot Books Ltd
Published:29th Mar '22
Should be back in stock very soon
Zahra hugs her cherished teddy bear and prays that Ramadan will bring her a longed-for sister. When her bear subsequently goes missing, Zahra finds herself grappling with intense feelings of loss. Over the next few weeks, as she volunteers with her mother at a local shelter for asylum seekers, Zahra befriends a displaced child, resulting in a newfound sense of gratitude and an unexpected Ramadan blessing.
“A young Muslim girl, cued as Pakistani American, prays for a blessing and ends up being one . . . A sweet story about the importance of sharing and caring that’s embedded in Islamic traditions” – Kirkus Reviews
“Colorful illustrations are perfectly framed to show the goings-on of the family during the holy month of Ramadan as they open their fast during their Iftar meal, pray, and read the Quran” – School Library Journal
“Zahra and her caring family exemplify a spirit of generous harmony as they follow the traditions of Ramadan” – Children’s Literature
- Winner of Best Muslim Holiday Book, Muslim Bookstagram Award 2022
ISBN: 9781646864942
Dimensions: unknown
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32 pages