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Zahra’s Blessing : A Ramadan Story by Shirin Shamsi, illustrated by Manal Mirza
March 12, 2022
Zahra’s Blessing : A Ramadan Story by Shirin Shamsi
Illustrated by Manal Mirza
Barefoot Books
Zahra hugs her cherished teddy bear and prays that Ramadan will bring her a longed-for sister. When her bear subsequently goes missing, Zahra finds herself grappling with intense feelings of loss. Over the next few weeks, as she volunteers with her mother at a local shelter for asylum seekers, Zahra befriends a displaced child, resulting in a newfound sense of gratitude and an unexpected Ramadan blessing.
Cover image and summary via Edelweiss