Description: "Explore Ramadan through the eyes of a child in this graceful and authentic story that illuminates the sense of belonging that this month of fasting, prayer, and reflection brings."--
Brief description: Inda Ahmad Zahri writes and illustrates stories that are often imbued with her fervent wish for a kinder world. Originally from Malaysia, she now splits her time between her home in Australia and the Middle East. She counts books, languages, Malaysian rice dishes and the ocean as some of her greatest loves. The Month of Ramadan is her first book she wrote and illustrated. Inda is also a surgical doctor, a vocation that has taught her to be meticulous while embracing chaos, and to appreciate the gentler moments in life. Find her at www.indabinda.com
Review Quotes: "An uplifting and unique take on Ramadan ... While fasting for the first time, a child learns that Ramadan is about so much more than eschewing nourishment ... Calm and gentleness of spirit are at the forefront of this book ... Her illustrations are warm and inviting, conveying the closeness of family and the unity of community during such an important month for Muslims. A heartfelt author's note precedes the story, and a glossary defines Arabic phrases."--Kirkus Reviews