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Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets

Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets

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Synopsis

"A beautiful picture book that simultaneously explores shapes, Islam, and the cultures of the Muslim people." - Kirkus Reviews

Toddler book of shapes and Islamic traditions: 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.


Author

Hena Khan is the author of numerous books for children, including Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns: A Muslim Book of Colors and Night of the Moon: A Muslim Holiday Story. She lives in Rockville, Maryland.

Illustrator

Mehrdokht Amini is the illustrator of Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns: A Muslim Book of Colors and other books for children. She grew up in Iran and now lives in Surrey, England.



Praise

 "A thoughtful, multilayered offering." -Booklist, starred review


"An affirming child's-eye view of Islamic religious practices." -School Library Journal
"A beautiful picture book that simultaneously explores shapes, Islam, and the cultures of the Muslim people." -Kirkus Reviews

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