TOGETHER ON EID

A Muslim child celebrates Eid.

For the youngster at the center of the book, this Muslim holiday is so many things. It’s an opportunity to gather with family. It’s a chance to don one’s finest, like Mama’s shimmering scarf, Dad’s all-white ensemble, and the extra-black kohl that Dadi Amma (Grandmother) applies to her eyes. It’s a time to feast on mouthwatering foods such as sweet and tangy limeade and steaming hot roti. Eid is a day to share warm memories while surrounded by loving family. And it’s a gift—the memories we make today will be cherished for years to come. In this heartfelt tale, Rafi draws from her own childhood recollections of growing up in Pakistan to highlight the importance of family. Her straightforward narrative, featuring the refrain “Eid is,” is perfect for children as young as preschool age, though older school-aged kids will likely find it an attractive read-aloud. This is one to be shared both with youngsters unfamiliar with Eid and those who treasure it. Quraishi’s expressive illustrations rely on a cheery palette of blues and yellows as the primary backdrop as characters exchange warm hugs, enjoy generous banquets, and tell stories. The family is cued South Asian.

A touching holiday tribute with a family-centered message that exudes love.