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Zahra's Blessing Shirin Shamsi

Zahra's Blessing By Shirin Shamsi

Zahra's Blessing by Shirin Shamsi


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Zahra's Blessing Summary

Zahra's Blessing: A Ramadan Story by Shirin Shamsi

A young Muslim girl, cued as Pakistani American, prays for a blessing and ends up being one . . . A sweet story about the importance of sharing and caring thats embedded in Islamic traditions Kirkus Reviews Zahra hugs her cherished teddy bear and prays that Ramadan will bring her a longed-for sister. When her bear subsequently goes missing, Zahra finds herself grappling with intense feelings of loss. Over the next few weeks, as she volunteers with her mother at a local shelter for asylum seekers, Zahra befriends a displaced child, resulting in a newfound sense of gratitude and an unexpected Ramadan blessing.

Zahra's Blessing Reviews

A young Muslim girl, cued as Pakistani American, prays for a blessing and ends up being one . . . A sweet story about the importance of sharing and caring thats embedded in Islamic traditions Kirkus Reviews
Colorful illustrations are perfectly framed to show the goings-on of the family during the holy month of Ramadan as they open their fast during their Iftar meal, pray, and read the Quran School Library Journal
Zahra and her caring family exemplify a spirit of generous harmony as they follow the traditions of Ramadan Childrens Literature

About Shirin Shamsi

When Shirin Shamsi became a mother, she began writing stories her own children would see themselves in. She currently lives in the city of Darien, Illinois, USA, with her husband and cat. When she's not busy writing for children, Shirin spends her days sharing her love of Barefoot Books as an independent bookseller in her community.

Manal Mirza is a designer and illustrator based in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Manal creates her paintings digitally and draws inspiration from her experiences. Being a young Muslim American Pakistani woman, her illustrations highlight the different identities that she juggles day to day. Manal brings her own positive outlook to her work, aiming to empower women around the world.

Additional information

GOR013955596
9781646864935
164686493X
Zahra's Blessing: A Ramadan Story by Shirin Shamsi
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Barefoot Books, Incorporated
2022-03-29
32
Winner of Best Muslim Holiday Book, Muslim Bookstagram Award 2022
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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