Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns: A Muslim Book of Colors, by Hena Khan and Mehrdokht Amini, Chronicle Books, March 1, 2022, Board Book, $7.99 (ages 3-5)
Now available as a board book, Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns, by Hena Khan and Mehrdokht Amini, is a lovely introduction of colors.
Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns captures the world of Islam, celebrating its beauty and traditions for even the youngest readers. From a red prayer rug to a blue hijab, readers will learn about a different color of the Muslim world on each spread with a young Muslim girl and her family as a guide. —Synopsis provided by Chronicle Books
Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns is a simple, yet effective, way of introducing colors and Islam. A Glossary at the end of the book offers more details on subjects ranging from Henna to Kufi. Vibrant illustrations are paired with warm rhythmic text, making it accessible to young readers.
ONE SUN AND COUNTLESS STARS: A MUSLIM BOOK OF NUMBERS , by Hena Khan and Mehrdokht Amini, Chronicle Books, March 1, 2022, Hardcover, $17.99 (ages 3-5)
Counting and culture come together in this companion to Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns.
From one sun to countless stars, this gentle introduction to numbers also celebrates the many diverse traditions of the Muslim world, encouraging readers young and old to reflect upon—and count—their many blessings. —Synopsis provided by Chronicle Books
One Sun and Countless Stars follows the same format as Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns, using numbers instead of colors. Rhythmic text is paired with bold illustrations, creating a counting book that is unique. A glossary and an author’s note on numbers allows for further discussion.
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