Title: Night of the Moon
Release Date: 09/01/2008
Published by: Chronicle Books LLC
Contributors: illustrated by Julie Paschkis
Genre: Picture Book
Pages: 32
ISBN13: 9780811860628

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Praise for Night of the Moon

The Muslim holiday of Ramadan gets a vibrant, visually exciting treatment here…the upbeat tone of the writing is matched by Paschkis’ lively, jewel-like art. Booklist, STARRED REVIEW
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. Publishers Weekly

Awards and Lists

A Parents Choice Approved Book

2009 Booklist Top 10 Religion Book for Youth

The sighting of the Moon’s first crescent begins the month of Ramadan for Muslims all over the world.

This vibrantly illustrated story invites children to experience the traditions of the month through the eyes of a seven-year-old Pakistani-American girl named Yasmeen, who watches every night as the moon grows and shrinks and finally disappears.

When the moon’s first crescent reappears, it’s time to celebrate “The Night of the Moon” (chaand raat in the Urdu language) and the gift-giving holiday of Eid—when Yasmeen has a wonderful gift in store!

Reading Guide

Night of the Moon Teacher’s Guide