Ramadan Moon: questions to ask and activities to try
Ramadan begins with a whisper, a prayer and a wish. Ramadan Moon is a lyrical picture book about the wonder and joy of Ramadan and Eid through a child's eyes.
What age is it for? Ramadan Moon is best for ages 4–8. Good for: The wonder and joy of Ramadan and Eid.
Ramadan Moon (Na'ima B. Robert and Shirin Adl)
- Age
- 4-8
- Best for
- The wonder and joy of Ramadan and Eid
Read it around Ramadan, or any time to learn about it. Talk about what's special to the child, and festivals your family celebrates.
What it helps with
- Ramadan and Eid
- Faith and family traditions
- Community and giving
- Learning about others' festivals
Comprehension and discussion questions
Pick two or three, not all of them. “I don’t know” is a fine answer, and you can always come back to it another day.
- “How does Ramadan begin?”
- “What do families do in Ramadan?”
- “What is Eid?”
- “How does the child feel?”
- “What festivals do you celebrate?”
- “What’s the same and different?”
5-minute activities to try together
Moon watch
Look for the new moon at the start of a month.
Kindness calendar
Plan a month of small acts of kindness.
Free printables: Ramadan Moon worksheet and activity pack
This book’s one-page worksheet with the questions and activities above, plus our activity pack: printable scenario cards, three 5-minute activities and a “What could I try?” page for practising everyday skills together. Enter your email and download them straight away.
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- Best for
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- Age
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- Age
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- Age
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By the Growing Wise team · Last reviewed: 10 October 2026
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