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Author:

Khan, Ausma Zehanat, author.

Title:

Ramadan : the holy month of fasting / Ausma Zehanat Khan.

Publisher:

Orca Book Publishers,

Copyright Date:

2018

Description:

87 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm

Subject:

Ramadan--Juvenile literature.
Islam--Juvenile literature.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 82-83) and index.

Contents:

What is Ramadan? -- The stages of Ramadan -- The spirit of Ramadan -- Ramadan traditions around the world.

Summary:

Part of the nonfiction Orca Origins series for middle readers. Illustrated with color photographs, this book examines the origins and traditions of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.
Throughout the month of Ramadan, Muslims fast during the day and break the fast together as a family each night. Ramadan provides the opportunity to focus on positive thoughts and actions. It is a time to become more grateful for the blessings people often take for granted and be reminded of the importance of helping others.

Series:

Orca origins

ISBN:

145981181X
9781459811812

OCLC:

(OCoLC)1000050836

LCCN:

2017949708

Locations:

BOPG851 -- Ames Public Library (Ames)

FYPI314 -- Dubuque County Library - Asbury Branch (Asbury)

UNUX074 -- University of Northern Iowa - Rod Library (Cedar Falls)

CBPF522 -- Coralville Public Library (Coralville)

XXPH787 -- Council Bluffs Public Library (Council Bluffs)

BAPH771 -- Des Moines Public Library (Des Moines)

CAPH522 -- Iowa City Public Library (Iowa City)

GEPG771 -- West Des Moines Public Library (West Des Moines)