By Nizrana Farook (author) , Zelma Firdauzia (illustrator)
"All the excitement of Eid, seen through the eyes of a friendly little cat"
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All of little cat Nylah’s friends are busy it seems – tidying and cleaning, putting up decorations, cooking special dishes, wrapping presents. She’d love to be involved but they all – kindly – shoo her away, ‘We don’t have time to play now.’
Next morning everyone is up early and now Nylah understands what all the business has been for: it’s Eid!
This is a lovely book to celebrate Eid. The text, with its repetition is perfect to read aloud and the illustrations full of warmth and family detail. For children who know all about it, the story is a great way to enjoy all the build up and anticipation, especially if they feel a bit like Nylah as everyone gets on with the preparations; those who aren’t familiar with it will love finding out more, and Nylah’s company and cat’s-eye view is perfect for both.
A special book that celebrates all the joy and excitement of a special occasion.
A heartwarming tale of community celebration and preparations for Eid al-Fitr, seen through the eyes of a curious cat!
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From the best-selling author of The Girl Who Stole an Elephant - a 2021 CILIP Carnegie Medal nominee.
Nylah the cat is making her usual visits to the homes in her street, but something is very different today . . .
Families are creating decorations or making food, some are trying on new clothes or decorating their hands with henna. Everyone is very busy, and they don't seem to want her help either! But why does nobody have any time for Nylah? Finally, all is revealed as they come together for a big Eid celebration, where everyone is welcome - especially Nylah!
Nizrana Farook was born and raised in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and the beautiful landscapes of her home country find their way into the stories she writes. She has a master's degree in writing for young people, and lives in Hertfordshire with her husband and two daughters.
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A heartwarming tale of community celebration and preparations for Eid al-Fitr, seen through the eyes of a curious cat! From the best-selling author of The Girl Who Stole an Elephant - a 2021 CILIP Carnegie Medal nominee.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Eid for Nylah and determined it is suitable for children aged 3-6 years old
Eid for Nylah features in the following genres: Featured Books for 3+ readers, Featured Books for 5+ readers, Recommendations, Stories about Family and Friends, The Natural World, Pets, World Religions, Children’s picture books, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Children’s: picture books, activity books, early learning concepts
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Eid for Nylah was written by Nizrana Farook and published by Nosy Crow an imprint of Nosy Crow Ltd
Eid for Nylah has 40 pages
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