Ramadan Rain by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow

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Author: Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow
ISBN: 9780593705452

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Published on Mar 10, 2026 | 40 Pages

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In this heartwarming celebration of family and faith, join Haneen and her Momma as they celebrate Eid and the end of Ramadan with prayers made on a rainy day.

Haneen’s Momma says that during Ramadan raindrops bring blessings and answer prayers. As they travel through the streets on a slow bus ride, rain drips down the window, and Haneen prays for new shoes and bright dresses–gifts she really, really wants to receive for Eid.

When they arrive at the masjid, Haneen makes Eid cards with the twins, Safa and Marwa, helps give out dates and water and spread tarps for dinner, and whispers duas–and, as she does, she begins to wish for something different. Something she wants more than anything. After all, the most precious gifts are not shoes and dresses, but the kindness of friends and the magic of faith. And, of course, the love of your Momma.

★ “A contemplative tale of patience, gratitude, belonging, and the beauty of the rain.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review

★ “A moving, beautifully crafted addition to Ramadan and Eid collections that is ideal for storytimes, classroom or family discussions, and any setting where empathy and emotional literacy are nurtured.” —School Library Journal, starred review

★ “Rainy-day visuals contrast with more vibrant hues in delicate illustrations across a work that employs an apt metaphor—weather—for both the family’s economic anxiety and the main character’s internal turmoil.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review

“The vivid text is rife with poetic, sensory details that nonetheless ring true for a child’s narration….Have this on hand for an Eid celebration or for a simple reminder to prioritize people over presents.” —The Bulletin

“This meaningful story celebrates family, faith, and gratitude and is perfect for fans of Hena Khan and Reem Faruqi.” —Booklist

ISBN9780593705452

Published onMar 10, 2026

Published byRandom House Studio

Pages40

Dimensions9 x 11

Age Range4-8 years

GradePreschool – 3

Reading LevelLexile: 520L

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Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow

Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, MSEd, is a former English teacher who has educated children and teens for fifteen years. As an inaugural AMAL fellow with the Muslim Anti-Racism Collaborative (MuslimARC), she developed foundational curricular frameworks for youth and adult anti-racist programming. Her picture books and short stories, which feature young Black and Muslim protagonists, have been recognized as the best in children’s literature by Time magazine, Read Across America, and NPR. These works include Mommy’s Khimar, Once Upon an Eid (anthology contributor), and Your Name Is a Song.

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