A glossary provides additional information. Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns magnificently captures the world of Islam. Arabic terms are woven into the text, some explained directly, some by context, making the book suitable for children of all faiths. Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns - A Muslim Book of Colors By Hena Khan Illustrated by Mehrdokht Amini. Scenes of street life and home life hold architectural detail and textile patterns and attract second and third looks.

Domes and Silver Lanterns magnificently captures the world of. Amini’s (The Faerie Door) illustrations apply lush and muted jewel tones to images and scenes from domestic and religious life in a contemporary Muslim culture. With breathtaking illustrations and informative text, Golden. The emphases are both the particulars of Islam and the universal concerns of all caring societies and religions-devotion helping the poor through “zakat,” or money for charity exchanging gifts at the holiday of Eid. Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns Chronicle Books LLC, 0 Khan, Hena Magnificently capturing the colorful world of Islam for the youngest readers, this breathtaking and informative picture book celebrates Islams beauty and traditions. “Red is the rug Dad kneels on to pray” exemplifies the accessible mix of tradition (prayer rugs) and modernity (colloquial English) the author uses throughout the book. Each spread portrays a Muslim custom, clothing style, or religious tenet and links it to a color used throughout the scene. In this picture book, Khan (Night of the Moon: A Muslim Holiday Story) immerses young readers in “deen”-the Muslim way of life.

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