Asma Mobin-Uddin, of Pakistani descent, was born and raised in the United States. She lives in Columbus, Ohio. asmamobinuddin.com.Laura Jacobsen has illustrated a number of children's books. She lives in the Southwest of the United States. laurajacobsen.com.

"The blend of the upbeat and challenging moments will spark discussion, and a final note fills in more about the holy month." —Booklist "Functions beautifully as both mirror for Muslim-American children and window for their non-Muslim friends... a worthwhile addition to the still-too-sparse literature for children about Muslim-Americans." —Kirkus Reviews "The author takes a realistic situation and addresses it in such a manner that those not familiar with Ramadan will have a better understanding of the holy month." —Library Media Connection "This is a beautiful tale of a child grasping her identity yet being able to embrace the differences around her. The story also embodies the forging of community spirit. This is a perfect resource for teaching about choices, sharing, and empathy." —School Library Journal

Asma Mobin-Uddin, of Pakistani descent, was born and raised in the United States. She lives in Columbus, Ohio. asmamobinuddin.com.Laura Jacobsen has illustrated a number of children's books. She lives in the Southwest of the United States. laurajacobsen.com.

"The blend of the upbeat and challenging moments will spark discussion, and a final note fills in more about the holy month." —Booklist "Functions beautifully as both mirror for Muslim-American children and window for their non-Muslim friends... a worthwhile addition to the still-too-sparse literature for children about Muslim-Americans." —Kirkus Reviews "The author takes a realistic situation and addresses it in such a manner that those not familiar with Ramadan will have a better understanding of the holy month." —Library Media Connection "This is a beautiful tale of a child grasping her identity yet being able to embrace the differences around her. The story also embodies the forging of community spirit. This is a perfect resource for teaching about choices, sharing, and empathy." —School Library Journal

Asma Mobin-Uddin, of Pakistani descent, was born and raised in the United States. She lives in Columbus, Ohio. asmamobinuddin.com.Laura Jacobsen has illustrated a number of children's books. She lives in the Southwest of the United States. laurajacobsen.com.

"The blend of the upbeat and challenging moments will spark discussion, and a final note fills in more about the holy month." —Booklist "Functions beautifully as both mirror for Muslim-American children and window for their non-Muslim friends... a worthwhile addition to the still-too-sparse literature for children about Muslim-Americans." —Kirkus Reviews "The author takes a realistic situation and addresses it in such a manner that those not familiar with Ramadan will have a better understanding of the holy month." —Library Media Connection "This is a beautiful tale of a child grasping her identity yet being able to embrace the differences around her. The story also embodies the forging of community spirit. This is a perfect resource for teaching about choices, sharing, and empathy." —School Library Journal