A sweet introduction to fasting and the special practice of sharing food in Ramadan
Ramadan is here, and this year Mama and Dad tell Humzah he is finally old enough to fast a whole day! Family and friends are coming over to break the fast together and Humzah wants to make something everyone will enjoy. The only problem is, he can’t decide what to make. Mom’s samosas smell great, Nani’s rotis puff like pillows, but Humzah wants to make something that feels like a hug, tastes like a treat, and makes everyone smile. Can he come up with a tummy-rumble-satisfying idea before it’s time for iftar?
Child’s-eye view of the experience of fasting during Ramadan
Features different foods from around the world
Endnotes at the back of the book provide more information about fasting, iftar, and the food featured in the story
Written by Razeena Omar Gutta, author of the critically acclaimed books Ramadan on Rahma Road and Hana’s Hundreds of Hijabs
More Details
Product Dimensions:8.5 x 10.8 inches
Page Count:24 pages
Age Range:6 to 8 years
Awards & Accolades
"Not to be read on an empty stomach, this cozy picture book is a feast for the eyes, following a boy on his first day of fasting for Ramadan—and his first mouth-watering iftar" – Foreword Reviews
About the Contributors
Written by - Razeena Omar Gutta
Razeena Omar Gutta has been writing for children and sharing her love for diverse books on various blogs for over ten years. Razeena is a South Asian Muslim born in Zimbabwe and now living in Australia, where her three book-loving children inspire her to highlight Muslim lives in the joyful stories she writes for children.
Illustrated by - Esraa Hedery
Esraa Hedery is an award-winning Egyptian children’s book illustrator and visual storyteller. Her work is known for its warm hues, playful details, and rich textures. She has collaborated with publishers across the Arab world and internationally, including Sesame Street’s Ahlan Simsim. Nature is a central source of inspiration in her artwork, and her illustrations often reflect its quiet beauty. She lives in Cairo, Egypt.
