Ramadan Through The Eyes of a Child
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There is a special time of year that means a lot to us. We try not to scream, argue, or fuss. During the month of Ramadan for Allah we sacrifice. We stay very peaceful, and we try to be nice. Aabi calls the athan before the sun rises. We eat our suhoor meal just like the Prophet advises. No more food or drink all through the day. And when the sun sets, all of us pray. Yes! Ramadan is a wonderful time for a Muslim kid. And when it’s over, we’ll celebrate the Eid.
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About the Book
Ramadan Through the Eyes of a Child is a story of how an African American Muslim family honors one of the most sacred months in a Muslim's life. Told through the perspective of an 8 year old girl, this story reminds the reader of the importance of family, tradition, and creating fun memories. Families will immediately become captivated by the narrator who tells the story through rhyming couplets. From the first day of Ramadan through the Eid ul Fitr celebration, we learn how special this time of year is to 8-year old Amirah, an inquisitive little girl who learns the value of patience. The main character gently hints at self control, self discipline, and the rewards received by demonstrating those characteristics. Although written with 5-8 year olds in mind, this true story will keep readers of all ages entertained for many years to come.
About the Author
Fonda Kitt Muhammad is a writer, educator, visionary, mentor, collaborator, and change agent. She holds a Bachelors of Education Degree from SUNY New Paltz, where she developed a love for creative writing, and Masters Degree in Education from Mount Saint Mary College. As a visionary and educator for over three decades, she has created a myriad of learning environments wherein students learn acceptance as opposed to tolerance. Unabashedly an African American Muslim woman, Fonda Kitt is walking proof that being different is something to be proud of. She is a three time nominee and recipient of Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers. During her tenure as a distinguished English Language Arts educator, she was honored with several teacher of the year awards, for which she was nominated by students and colleagues for her unique and engaging style of reaching students. In her school district, Fonda was the first African American Muslim teacher with whom most families had the opportunity to work. Fonda’s vibrancy and her love of life continues to be a breath of fresh air. She has a wealth of knowledge relevant to the African American and Muslim experience, which gives her a unique voice in the area of telling this particular story. In addition, she is the Founder and Artistic Director of Leaders by Choice, a non profit organization providing a caring and inspiring environment, which fosters leadership skills through the arts. Through LBC, she has written and directed productions centering around learning and acceptance for thirty five years. Fonda continues to be inspired by her loving husband, children, and grandchildren.