Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets A Muslim Book of Shapes

Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets A Muslim Book of Shapes by Hena Khan

Magnificently capturing the shapes of Islam, this acclaimed book that inspired curiosity and conversations about world religions and cultures is now available in paperback.

From a crescent moon to a square garden to an octagonal fountain, this breathtaking picture book celebrates the shapes—and traditions—of the Muslim world. With stunning illustrations, a rhyming read-aloud text, and strong backmatter, this book will inspire questions and observations about world religions and cultures, and is equally at home in a classroom reading circle as it is being read to a child on a parent's lap.

There is a desperate need for books about diverse cultures, created by people originating from that culture, including books about Islam and contemporary Muslim life. Both the writer and illustrator identify as Muslim.

Ages: 2-6 years

Format: board book, hardcover, softcover 

Page Count: 32 pages

Maestra's Memo: Reading can be a powerful tool for fostering tolerance & multicultural awareness.  Books can build bridges between people & cultures. Readimg helps children to travel to different times & places. Children can explore their own traditions & variations of those traditions. They can also explore traditions & practices that may not be familiar to them. Through reading, children can learn to celebrate diversity & find ways to connect with others. 

Enrichment Suggestion:  Follow along with the book read aloud on Youtube for vocabulary pronunciation (Click Here)!

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