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IN MY MOSQUE

Hatem Aly M.O. Yuksel

Perfect for Ramadan promotions, IN MY MOSQUE is a lyrical picture book by debut author M.O. Yuksel that celebrates the joys and traditions found in mosques around the world with artwork by New York Times bestselling illustrator Hatem Aly and extensive backmatter.
No matter who you are or where you're from, step in and discover all the rituals and wonders of the mosque - everyone is welcome here. From grandmothers reading lines of the Qur'an and the imam telling stories of living as one, to meeting new friends and learning to help others, mosques are centers for friendship, community, and love. Paired with stunning artwork by New York Times bestselling illustrator Hatem Aly, M. O. Yuksel's lyrical text celebrates the joys and traditions found in every mosque around the world.

STELLAR MUSLIM AUTHOR/ILLUSTRATOR TEAM: M.O. Yuksel and Hatem Aly are both incredibly talented Muslim creators, who feel passionately about celebrating the rituals and beauty found in mosques around the world, which shows in how this book is brought to life in a vivid and authentic way for young readers.
BACKMATTER FOR EDUCATORS: The book includes extensive backmatter with additional information about mosques in general, information on some of the most famous mosques in the world, a glossary of terms, an author's note, and list of sources, which will be a great tool for educators, librarians, and other gatekeepers.

M.O. Yuksel is a children's book author who grew up attending many beautiful mosques around the world. With roots in Turkey and Uzbekistan, she loves writing about diverse cultures and fascinating historical figures. She currently lives in New Jersey with her husband and three sons.
Hatem Aly is an Egyptian-born illustrator whose work has been published all over the world. His illustrations have earned multiple starred reviews and positions on the New York Times bestseller list including The Proudest Blue (with Ibtihaj Muhammad & S.K. Ali), the Yasmin series (with Saadia Faruqi), and The Inquisitor's Tale (with Adam Gidwitz).
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Published 2021-03-23 by HarperCollins

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IN MY MOSQUE is a Junior Library Guild selection!

Mr. Schu exclusively revealed the cover for IN MY MOSQUE, along with an interview with Mindy and Hatem on his blog. Read more...

UK: Egmont UK

This marvelous, welcoming book on mosques, Muslims, and Islam is a must, offering foundational knowledge on the world's second largest religion.