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Night of the Moon - by Hena Khan (Paperback)

Night of the Moon - by  Hena Khan (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>With lush illustrations that evoke Islamic art, this beautiful book offers a window into modern Muslim culture as it tells a story of a seven-year-old Pakistani-American girl who celebrates the Muslim holidays of Ramadan, Chaand Raat, and Eid. Full color.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Now in paperback, this sweet tale follows Yasmeen, a seven-year-old Pakistani-American girl, as she celebrates the Muslim holidays of <i>Ramadan</i>, The Night of the Moon (<i>Chaand Raat</i>), and <i>Eid</i>. With lush illustrations that evoke Islamic art, this beautiful story offers a peek into modern Muslim culture--and into the ancient roots of its most cherished traditions.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>BOOKLIST, STARRED REVIEW<br> ...a vibrant, visually exciting treatment .the upbeat tone of the writing is matched by Paschkis\' lively, jewel-like art...<br><br><p>KIRKUS REVIEWS<br> Warm, lovely, homey.<br><br><p>PUBLISHERS WEEKLY<br> Sweet and visually striking, this is a good choice both for children who celebrate these holidays and for others seeking a bridge to their culture.<br><br><P>BOOKLIST, STARRED REVIEW<BR>...a vibrant, visually exciting treatment.the upbeat tone of the writing is matched by Paschkis\' lively, jewel-like art...<br><br><P>BOOKLIST, STARRED REVIEW<BR> ...a vibrant, visually exciting treatment .the upbeat tone of the writing is matched by Paschkis\' lively, jewel-like art...<br><br><P>KIRKUS REVIEWS<BR> Warm, lovely, homey.<br><br><P>PUBLISHERS WEEKLY<BR> Sweet and visually striking, this is a good choice both for children who celebrate these holidays and for others seeking a bridge to their culture.<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Hena Khan is the author of numerous books for children, including <i>Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns: A Muslim Book of Colors</i> and <i>Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets: A Muslim Book of Shapes</i>. She lives in Rockville, Maryland. <p/>Julie Paschkis is an artist and illustrator. Her illustrations can be seen in <i>Night Garden</i>, which was selected by the <i>New York Times</i> as one of the 10 best illustrated books of 2000. She lives in Seattle, Washington.

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