Magnificently capturing the colorful world of Islam for the youngest readers, this breathtaking and informative picture book celebrates Islam's beauty and traditions. From a red prayer rug to a blue hijab, everyday colors are given special meaning as young readers learn about clothing, food, and other important elements of Islamic culture, with a young Muslim girl as a guide. Sure to inspire questions and observations about world religions and cultures, Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns is equally at home in a classroom reading circle as it is being read to a child on a parent's lap.
- 32 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
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Red is the rug Dad kneels on to pray, facing toward Mecca, five times a day.
Blue is the hijab Mom likes to wear. It’s a scarf she uses to cover her hair.
Gold is the dome of the mosque, big and grand.
Beside it two towering minarets stand.
White is a kufi, round and flat.
Grandpa wears this traditional hat.
Black is the ink I use to draw the Arabic letters that spell Allah.
Brown is a date, plump and sweet.
During Ramadan, it’s my favorite treat.
Orange is the color of my henna designs. They cover my hands in leafy vines.
Purple is an Eid gift just for me. I open it up and love what I see.
Yellow is ...
Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Dedication
- Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns
- Glossary
- About the Author
- Copyright