By Hena Khan (author) , Mehrdokht Amini (illustrator)
"History, shape and pattern, culture and colour in this Muslim book of shapes"
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You almost know this is going to be a beautiful book by its title. It is described as a Muslim book of shapes, but it is so much more.
I have to say I learned a lot from this book and was extremely glad of the informative and helpful glossary.
The book offers so much – history, shape and pattern, culture and colour. It is so clever that in addition to the different shapes written about on each page, there are more ovals, or arches to look for in the illustrations, subtly hidden in fabrics and the decorations of the mosque. As with many books for young children the use of rhyming couplets adds a lovely rhythm to the pages, as does the fact that the book tracks a whole day from morning prayer to the night sky.
Each page is bright and detailed and all the characters in the illustrations seem to shine with a sense of wonderment as if something magical is happening. There is so much to see and discuss on each page which makes it a perfect book to share.
Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets - Islamic book for kids"e;A beautiful picture book that simultaneously explores shapes, Islam, and the cultures of the Muslim people."e; - Kirkus ReviewsToddler book of shapes and Islamic traditions: From a crescent moon to a square garden to an octagonal fountain, this breathtaking picture book celebrates the shapes-and traditions-of the Muslim world.Toddler book by author Hena Khan: Sure to inspire questions and observations about world religions and cultures, Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets is equally at home in a classroom reading circle and on a parent's lap being read to a child.If you and your child like books such as Lailah's Lunchbox, Numbers Colors Shapes, or The Name Jar, you will love Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets.
“This beautifully designed picture book with exquisite illustrations explores a variety of shapes relating to Islamic objects and practices. […] This lovely visual exploration of pattern, art, Islam and different cultures is perfect to share with children at home or in the classroom.” – BookTrust
“The beauty of the artwork in this book reflects the tradition in Islamic art of evoking the sacred through pattern and shape. Each page turn leads us to a world of discovery. […] This book is really a feast for the eyes. The luscious art and the gentle rhyming text evoke a beautiful, contemplative feeling, along with a celebratory sense of the beauty of creation and life.” – Children’s Books Ireland
Hena Khan is the author of numerous books for children, including Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns: A Muslim Book of Colors and Night of the Moon: A Muslim Holiday Story. She lives in Rockville, Maryland. Mehrdokht Amini is the illustrator of Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns: A Muslim Book of Colors and other books for children. She grew up in Iran and now lives in Surrey, England.
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The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets and determined it is suitable for children aged 3-6 years old
Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets features in the following genres: Featured Books for 5+ readers, Recommendations, First Concepts, Children’s: picture books, activity books, early learning concepts, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, World Religions, Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Featured Books for 3+ readers
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Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets was written by Hena Khan and published by Chronicle Books LLC
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