Traditional story, written with an Islamic twist involving the power of holy water, an aqiaqh (celebration to mark child's birth), four wise sages (instead of fairies), a poisoned hijab pin and an Egyptian guardian.
Colorful illustrations with the use of spot foil printing to enhance the look of the book.
Part of the 'Islamic Fairy Tales series', which currently includes the popular Cinderella: An Islamic Tale (978-0-86037-473-2)and Snow White: An Islamic Tale (978-0-86037-526-5)
Apt release following the popularity of the TV series Once Upon a Time and Grim, and the recent surge in interest of the Disney Princesses and fairy tale adaptations
Ideal resource to introduce Islamic practices into classrooms, particularly Islamic weddings and Muslims belief in the power of God to intervene in life.
Popular item at ALA Schools show
