Here are some awesome books to get your kids into the festive spirit Ramadan, plus some general others that inspire pride in their Muslim identity! Whether your child is just a few months old or is already a pre-teen, these age-appropriate titles sure to delight and excite. Happy reading!

1. It’s Ramadan Curious George by H.A. Rey and Hena Khan – In this sweet board book, George learns about Ramadan and Eid with his friend Kareem! Ages 1+

2. Ramadan (Celebrate the World) by Hannah Eliot – This colorful board book teaches toddlers and young children about Ramadan and its beautiful customs and festivities. Ages 2+

3. The One: A Children’s Storybook About Allah by Manaal Jafrey-Razaque - This story elucidates Allah’s different names and attributes. Ages 3+

4. My Special Angels: The Two Noble Scribes by Razana Noor – This story describes the role of the two angels who sit on our shoulders and write down every deed we do, from our first day on earth to our last. Ages 3+

5. Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets by Hena Khan – Filled with gorgeous imagery, this book teaches children about shapes through the architecture and art of the Muslim world. Ages 4+

6. Under the Ramadan Moon by Sylvia Whitman – Another informative book about Ramadan and the importance of fasting, charity, and good deeds performed during this month. It details how a family observes the month and its many traditions. Ages 4+

7. Tell Me More About Ramadan by Bachar Karroum – Laila gets introduced to the rules and rituals of Ramadan when she happens upon her parents eating Suhoor early in the morning. Ages 5+

8. A Bedtime Prayer for Peace by Akila Dada – Esa and his mom teach readers to make dua for others and give thanks for their many blessings. Mothers will especially enjoy reading this story to their children because of the nice dua the mom makes at the end of the story. Ages 5+

9. Ilyas and Duck Search for Allah by Omar Khwaja – This delightful book answers the probing questions about Allah and His presence at the forefront of every child’s mind. Traveling to various corners of the globe together, Ilyas and Duck look far and wide for Allah, and are met with surprising answers and profound realizations. Ages 5+

10. The Apple Tree by Mariam Al-Kalby – Shaima learns the importance of giving when she plants an apple tree with her dad. By sharing the apples she grows with others, she overcomes selfishness and learns to attain Allah’s pleasure. Ages 5+

11. Yo Soy Muslim: A Father's Letter to His Daughter by Mark Gonzalez – Written by a Muslim and Latino author, this book teaches children to celebrate their diverse and multicultural identities. Ages 6+

12.  Ramadan Moon by Na’ima B. Robert – Filled with lovely illustrations about iftars and worship, this book will inspire readers to fully participate in Ramadan’s rituals and make them their own. Ages 5+

13. Malala's Magic Pencil by Malala Yousafzai – In this inspiring autobiography, Malala highlights the importance of an education and the struggles she overcame to achieve her dreams. Ages 8+

14. Lailah’s Lunchbox by Reem Faruqui – Lailah struggles with explaining fasting and Ramadan to her classmates, but a kind librarian shows her how. Ages 8+

15. Nusaiba and the 5th Grade Bullies by Asmaa Hussein – Nusaiba loves school… until a bully makes a mean comment about her Muslim family. This is an excellent story that teaches kids about standing up to bullies while maintaining pride in their own heritage and religion. Ages 8+

16. Amina’s Voiceby Hena Khan – In this critically-acclaimed story, Amina straddles two cultures as a Pakistani-American who grapples with the aftermath of a hate crime that rocks her community. Ages 8+