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5) Diwali
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English
Description
Easy-to-read text paired with colorful photos and informative captions introduces readers to an Indian holiday, Diwali. The origin of Diwali is described, including its roots in the Hindu religion and its association with the goddess Lakshmi. Readers are introduced to the holiday's customs, such as cleaning the home, wearing new clothes, giving gifts of sweets, decorating with rangoli, and lighting lamps and fireworks. Also discussed is the holiday's...
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Publisher
Calico Kid, an imprint of Magic Wagon
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
To celebrate the beginning of Ramadan, Nadia and Nadir make cookies with their parents. Nadia must get creative when they realize their crescent moon cookie cutter is missing. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.Calico Kid is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Publisher Annotation: Yallah! From January to December, join some busy kids as they partake in traditions old and new. There’s so much to do, whether it’s learning to write Arabic or looking at hijab fashion sites while planning costumes for a local comic convention. With details as vivid as the scent of jasmine and honeysuckle perfume (made to remind Mom of Morocco), children bond with friends, honor tradition, and spend loving timewith family....
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Series
Publisher
Calico Kid
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Nadia and Nadir's grandparents surprise them with a visit for the Eid holiday. They brought along some special presents for them too. During their time as a family, the siblings learn about a few Muslim sports icons. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.Calico Kid is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.
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English
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An inspiring picture book that tells the story of Rashida Tlaib, one of the first Muslim women elected to Congress, and her family, perfect for readers of books that celebrate trailblazing women and social activists as well as those looking for an introduction to civic engagement and how government works.
"Hey Adam, is the president Mom's boss now?"
When Yousif Tlaib asks about his mom's new job in Congress, his older brother, Adam, fills him in-with...
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Publisher
Tilbury House Publishers
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
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Description
Now that she is ten, Lailah is delighted that she can fast during the month of Ramadan like her family and her friends in Abu Dhabi, but finding a way to explain to her teacher and classmates in Atlanta is a challenge until she gets some good advice from the librarian, Mrs. Carman.
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