The Sounds of Eid

Holidays are an important part of every child's life, and among these holidays are Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha every year. Children eagerly prepare for this special day, and the story The Sounds of Eid presents details of Eid day and the day before in an engaging and exciting manner that fills the child reader with joy and happiness. In addition to warm and expressive illustrations and cheerful colors, the story introduces children to some of the Arab customs and traditions followed by families during the holidays, such as giving Eid gifts, performing Zakat al-Fitr, visiting relatives, and preparing delicious Eid cakes. It also includes some concepts and values such as giving, sharing, and helping those in need. The story presents all the above through its focus on the sounds children hear during the days of Eid, including the sound of counting paper money, the sound of microphone taps before the Eid prayer, the sound of tearing gift wrap, and the sound of taking pictures. Some of these sounds evoke feelings of warmth and happiness in the hearts, like the sound of taking pictures and the sound of grandma's loving kisses, and the sound of eating small Eid cakes or mamoul.

Questions for discussion:
-What are your family’s preparation for the Eid.
-What is the most distinctive sound of Eid for you? And why?
-Do you hear other sounds during Eid? Mention them.
-What are your family's rituals Eid?
-What are your favorite Eid gifts?
-Why do you think Mom and Dad make sure to take pictures on holidays and occasions?
-What is the importance of Eid money to you? And what do you do with it every Eid?
-Do you help your mother make Eid cookies? What are the basic ingredients used?
-Do you have a piggy bank? What do you do with it when it is full?
-What are your favorite places to go during Eid?
-Suggest names for the characters in the story and try to write another story about Eid.

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