Eiliyah and the Moon of Ramadan

Eiliyah and the Moon of Ramadan
A lyrical picture book about faith, intention, and growing up Muslim in a diverse world.

When the crescent moon appears, Ramadan begins - but in Eiliyah's city, the streets look just the same.

At home, lanterns glow and dates are set on the table. Outside, there are no banners or songs to mark the holy month. As a young Muslim girl growing up in a non-Muslim-majority community, Eiliyah experiences Ramadan quietly - carried in her family's traditions and in her own small acts of trying.

Through gentle rhymes and heartfelt storytelling, readers follow Eiliyah as she:

- Wakes before dawn to begin fasting
- Practices prayer beside her family
- Tries fasting in age-appropriate ways
- Shares Ramadan with curious classmates
- Learns patience, gratitude, and empathy
- Discovers that kindness is part of worship

Rather than focusing only on rules, this story centers the heart of Ramadan - reflection, compassion, discipline, and intention.

Perfect for:

- Muslim children seeking representation
- Families introducing Ramadan to young readers
- Classrooms exploring cultural diversity
- Interfaith learning environments
- Social-emotional character education

Written in a lyrical, inclusive tone, Eiliyah and the Moon of Ramadan helps children understand that faith can live gently within them - even when the world around them looks different.

Because Ramadan isn't about being perfect.

It's about trying, growing, and leading with kindness - one day, one prayer, one small act at a time.