Laura El Alam

In this beautifully-illustrated picture book, author and illustrator Natasha Khan Kazi personifies the Moon, depicting “her” as a friendly observer in the night sky who “travels around the world, observing Ramadan.” As she goes through her phases – waxing, waning, full, new – Moon watches the peo

In our family, harira soup is the fragrance of Ramadan. The savory, tomatoey broth with a hint of cinnamon always tempts our taste buds as it simmers on the stove. Although harira can be enjoyed any time of year, many Moroccan families make it during Ramadan.

Many of us who have embraced Islam after being raised in another faith must cope with some complicated reactions from our non-Muslim loved ones. Some of them consciously or subconsciously buy into the popular misconception that Muslim women are oppressed.

All of us face some conflicts in our life. Whether we are disagreeing with a neighbor, having an argument with our spouse, or engaging in a debate with a colleague, we all need strategies to resolve issues peacefully and successfully.