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scarletshore's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
ninahuynh's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Love the art and the information on Ramadan illustrated. I found the first page to be odd, especially with the line, “‘Pretty and sparkly. Just like the heart of someone who fasts.’” I understand the sentiment and making it simple for children to understand, but personally, I would also add in a short explanation to the reasoning behind fasting.
annetjeberg's review against another edition
4.0
Cute insight in how children can experience Ramadan. A delight for Muslim families!
sunflowerjess's review against another edition
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
A short, sweet story of a young Muslim girl and her first attempts at fasting for Ramadan. This book shows lovely family support, and readers learn that there are many beautiful ways to celebrate Ramadan.
anneke_b's review against another edition
4.0
Cute insight in how children can experience Ramadan. A delight for Muslim families!
maweets's review against another edition
4.0
I loved this. The story and illustrations were lovely. I really appreciated the balance this book had in making this book as a mirror to those who celebrate Ramadan and a window for those who don't. I got a good introduction to what it means to celebrate Ramadan and I think those who do celebrate will find this to be a good message of the many ways younger readers can demonstrate their faith and identity.
thatothernigeriangirl's review against another edition
4.0
A very good children’s book to teach Ramadan to kids.
I like how every aspect of the month is inserted into the story in a way that’s not overwhelming. This will give room for parents, teachers or guardians to explain the acts Muslims perform in Ramadan as easily as possible.
The illustrations also blended well with the story and I LOVE the analogy of “sparkles”
I like how every aspect of the month is inserted into the story in a way that’s not overwhelming. This will give room for parents, teachers or guardians to explain the acts Muslims perform in Ramadan as easily as possible.
The illustrations also blended well with the story and I LOVE the analogy of “sparkles”