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Children's Nonfiction Other, Religious

Ramadan

by (author) Molly Aloian

Publisher
Crabtree Publishing Company
Initial publish date
Sep 2008
Category
Other, Religious, Islam, General
Recommended Age
4 to 8
Recommended Grade
k to 2
  • eBook

    ISBN
    9780778789840
    Publish Date
    Sep 2008
    List Price
    $25.95
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9780778743033
    Publish Date
    Sep 2008
    List Price
    $9.95
  • Hardback

    ISBN
    9780778742852
    Publish Date
    Sep 2008
    List Price
    $25.95

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Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar during which Muslims across the world observe daytime fasting for a whole month. It is believed that it was during this month that the first verses from the Koran were revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. Ramadan ends with Eid-ul-Fitr, one of the most important festivals in the Islamic religion. The practices observed throughout this holy month are detailed in a simple and informative manner.

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Ramadan (Celebrations in My World)

Did you know that Ramadan has been celebrated for 1,400 years? Muslims observe daytime fasting during each day of this holiday, which falls during the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. Ramadan ends with Eid-ul-Fitr, one of Islam’s most important festivals. The text includes colour photographs, sidebars, a glossary and an index.

Source: The Canadian Children’s Book Centre. Best Books for Kids & Teens. 2010.

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