Mindful Muslim Reader Review

The Gift of Eid Book Review

The Gift of Eid

Ages:
  • Muslim Books
  • Read Aloud
  • Virtue
    VIRTUE
    Is this the way I want my child to think and act?
    Ratings are based on how much a book extols Islamic morality and espouses classical ideals.
  • Language
    LANGUAGE
    Is this the way I want my child to speak?
    Ratings are based on a book's vocabulary, cadence, and overall eloquence suited to age level.
  • Story
    STORY
    Does this story resonate with my child?
    Ratings are based on the integrity of plot structure, the depth of characters, the palpability of the book's conflict and resolution, and the lure of its setting.
  • Beauty
    BEAUTY
    Does this book develop my child's ability to recognize beauty?
    Ratings are based on aesthetics, linguistic beauty, poignancy, and how well a book embodies ihsan—harmonizing excellence.

Values

  • Generosity
  • Gratitude
Heart

Struggles

  • Grief
Why Should
Why Should My Child Read This Book?

The author captures the quiet power of sacrifice through this heartfelt retelling of the classic short story The Gift of the Magi. The Gift of Eid beautifully reframes the story through an Islamic lens. Set in Syria, she gently weaves in the ache of grief and the warmth of family, showing how joy and pain can coexist, and how family becomes a vessel for healing. The Prophet ﷺ said: You will not attain true righteousness until you give of that which you love. This story brings that truth to life, reminding readers—young and old—that sacrifice is at the heart of love, and love is at the heart of faith. A powerful reminder that the most meaningful gifts aren’t wrapped in paper—they’re wrapped in love.

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What is this book
What’s This Book About?
A retelling of the Gift of the Magi, set against the backdrop of the Umayyad Masjid in Damascus. With Baba gone, Yasmine doesn’t have enough money to buy Mama’s Eid gift and can’t think of anything she wants for herself when Mama asks. While Mama’s haggling with the baker, she gets an idea. And after exchanging gifts with her mom in the Masjid, Yasmine realizes that true Eid joy comes from being together.
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Anything I need to be aware of?

VIEW FLAGS
Illustrator: Aaliya Jaleel
Publisher: Holiday House
Published: 2025
Page Count: 40
ISBN13: 9780823455652
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