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mnboyer's review
5.0
A book that shows the diverse activities happening in a mosque, highlighting that the mosque is a place of love and worship and is truly welcoming for any person. The story is told from the perspective of one child who attends mosque, and others chime in to show what else is going on (as women, men, and children are sometimes doing different things). Illustrations include a lot of Arabic visual storytelling/linework and colors. Notably, the book shows characters of different races/ethnicities, ages, ableness, etc.
I was excited to read this book because I wanted to see how the inside of the mosque was depicted. It starts off with some cultural expectations: take your shoes off. It then goes further to show the different types of religious activities in different areas, and does a really good job of showing how normalized this mosque is. The narrator points out this mosque is no different from other religious buildings and the activities are similar. I particularly appreciated the fact that pigeons were in several illustrations and were directly mentioned in the story (mosques are known to be havens for pigeons as well as people).
I was excited to read this book because I wanted to see how the inside of the mosque was depicted. It starts off with some cultural expectations: take your shoes off. It then goes further to show the different types of religious activities in different areas, and does a really good job of showing how normalized this mosque is. The narrator points out this mosque is no different from other religious buildings and the activities are similar. I particularly appreciated the fact that pigeons were in several illustrations and were directly mentioned in the story (mosques are known to be havens for pigeons as well as people).
hereisenough's review
5.0
This book follows a small boy through this day at the mosque, and the result is warm, loving, bright and colorful, and delightful. This is a high quality, well written nonfiction book because it will educate those who have not been in a mosque, but be a calming, familiar story to those children who do attend a mosque.
zoes_human's review
3.0
M. O. Yuksel has been to many places in her life and has attended many beautiful mosques. After many people asked her what it was like at a mosque, she was inspired to write this book, which shows the many ways that people meet, love, and celebrate in a mosque. Suitable for ages 4 to 8.
msgabbythelibrarian's review
4.0
I have a dear friend who is Muslim and yet I know nothing about what it means when she "goes to the mosque." This picture book is ever so sweet in lifting the curtain and sharing.
Only issue I had with this book was the lack of a pronunciation guide. I would want to say the Arabic words and phrases properly so as to respect their religion and customs.
What I DID think was cool is the list of notable mosques from around the world. I googled them and wow....gorgeous!
Only issue I had with this book was the lack of a pronunciation guide. I would want to say the Arabic words and phrases properly so as to respect their religion and customs.
What I DID think was cool is the list of notable mosques from around the world. I googled them and wow....gorgeous!
dylaurora's review
5.0
A lovely introduction to life inside a mosque, and includes a list of mosques around the world
jkribbit's review
5.0
What a beautiful book! This book filled me with peace and light. I have never been inside a mosque, but I have been in temples and cathedrals and have felt a closeness and connection to divinity. From this book, I can imagine that I would have similar feelings when visiting a mosque. The sense of community portrayed is wonderful. Hugs from aunties, passing out prayer mats, the chanting, the serving together—the is such a sense of connection portrayed in this book. The illustrations are gorgeous! Bright, colorful, patterned—it really is stunning! Reading this book I felt such a connection and sameness to Muslims. There is more that unites us, than divides us. I really hope you’ll give this book a look!
lauriehnatiuk's review
4.0
In My Mosque, written by M.O.Yuskel, illustrated by Hatem Aly, provides readers with an introduction to what one would observe and see happen in a mosque. Illustrations are bright, warm and welcoming. Children explain what happens and how they feel included and loved while being in their mosque. End matter includes; a glossary, a pronunciation guide, an author's note and historical and famous mosques around the world. In My Mosque is a fabulous book to promote belonging and inclusivity to readers in an elementary school.
jacksons_books_and_music's review
informative
lighthearted
medium-paced
5.0
Very informative! Love all the info in the author’s note as well. It’s also very sweet and has beautiful illustrations! Highly recommend.