Sylvia Whitman
Author
Language
English
Description
"We wait for the moon. We watch for the moon. We watch for the Ramadan moon. We give to the poor, and read Qur'an, under the moon. We live our faith, until next year under the moon, under the moon, under the Ramadan moon."
Ramadan is one of the most special months of the Islamic year, when Muslims pray, fast, and help those in need. The lyrical story, with luminous illustrations, serves as an introduction to Ramadan-a time for reflection and ritual...
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications Co
Pub. Date
c1993
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Describes the experiences of men and women in the United States armed services during World War II, discussing such topics as the draft, boot camp, stateside duty, and combat in Europe and the Pacific.
Author
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
c2013
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 12
Language
English
Description
When a nonprofit organization called Save the Girls pairs a fourteen-year-old Sudanese refugee with an American teenager from Richmond, Virginia, the pen pals teach each other compassion and share a bond that bridges two continents.
Author
Language
English
Description
Celebrate AANHPI heritage with a collection of stories inspired by Diwali, Holi, Ramadan, and Tanabata.
Encourage kids to learn more about themselves and people around the world with this collection of four stories featuring Asian characters and customs. This collection includes Holi Hai!, Shubh Diwali!, The Star Festival, and Under the Ramadan Moon.