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This Is Why We Pray

“Masha'Allah! This beautifully illustrated storybook can be used to help spark genuine love and appreciation for the Islamic faith.” —Ashley Franklin, author of Not Quite Snow White

Join Aliya and Amar as their Mama and Papa tell them all about the Five Pillars—especially salah. One of the most engaging Islamic books for kids, this book helps you learn what it means to pray, discover how it helps you grow closer to Allah, and hear awesome stories from the Quran that teach even more about the importance of salah.

This standout among Islamic books for kids features:

Salah and dua explained—Find out what salah and dua are, why they matter so much, and how talking to Allah can help you.Playful learning—Grab your family and keep the learning going with fun activities you can do together.Engaging pictures—Follow along with colorful illustrations that take you through the story and teach you how to perform wudu and salah.

Go beyond other Islamic books for kids with this fun and educational exploration of salah and more.

“What a beautiful introduction to salat for Muslim children! The ‘why’ we pray is explained in a simple, yet profound, way within the context of the characters' lives. Young readers will understand the importance of keeping a connection to Allah through the focus on the spirituality inherent in familiar, everyday life. I loved it and look forward to gifting it to the young children in my life.” —S. K. Ali, New York Times–bestselling author

Ameenah Muhammad-Diggins, Aaliya Jaleel

Rockridge Press