Ages 5–8

Lailah's Lunchbox

by Reem Faruqi

Lailah is excited to fast for the first time, but at her new school she isn't sure how to explain Ramadan to her teacher and classmates.

Why we recommend this book

A gentle story about Ramadan, belonging and finding the courage to share who you are — good to read before the first fasts.

What your child can learn

Ramadan
Belonging
Courage

Age: Ages 5–8
Language: English
Publisher: Tilbury House Publishers
First published: 2015
Pages: 30
ISBN: 9780884484318

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