Year Published: 1996
Written by: Mary Matthews
Illustrated by: E.B. Lewis
Description
“It is the first day of Ramadan, the month when good Muslims eat nothing and drink nothing all day, every day, from sunrise to sunset. Mama and Baba have told Magid he isn’t old enough to fast, and Giddu agrees. “When you are older,” says Magid’s grandfather, “you will be a truly obedient Muslim and fast with all your heart.”
“Magid doesn’t want to wait. Even his sister, Aisha, is fasting, and Magid is sure he is old enough to fast for Ramadan too. He discovers that being hungry and thirsty is hard–and keeping such a big secret from his family is harder still.”
Set in present-day Egypt, Magid Fasts for Ramadan satisfyingly recounts Magid’s struggle and its surprising and happy resolution, and offers an illuminating introduction to the beliefs and practices of Islam.
Booklist
“The book is heavily illustrated with very nice watercolor art that expands the text. A brief introduction to Islam and a glossary are appended.”
American Library Association
“The book tackles some serious questions about what religion requires, while demonstrating a warm family life that will have universal appeal. The book is heavily illustrated with very nice watercolor art that expands the text.”
