The Most Exciting Eid

03/21/2024

This is a perfect picture book portraying the pomp and gaiety of the Eid festival and related celebrations.

Title: The Most Exciting Eid

Author: Zeba Talkhani

Illustration: Abeeha Tariq

Publisher: Scholastic Press  

Safa can't wait for Eid al-Fitr! She loves everything about Eid. She adores the decorations, henna on her hands, yummy food like biryani, and being together with friends and family. The next big thing she enjoys is the gifts - whoa! Safa gets a new bike this time! Unfortunately, Safa doesn't want to share her bike with anyone, especially, her cousin, Alissa. However, to get a resolution to this dire situation, Safa's mom takes her for gifting treats to all their neighbors. This is when Safa realizes that it is so much more satisfying to make others happy! She understands how much joy can be procured by sharing and enjoying. So, Safa shares her new bike with her cousin Alissa and both have fun.

📚 This beautiful book is full of warmth and happiness.
📚 Bright and bold illustrations with tiny details
📚 Perfect for toddlers (as a read-aloud) and lower elementary kids.
📚 This story stresses the importance of bringing happiness to other people's minds. 

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