Eid Empanadas

Khalisa — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 14:38:33 +0000

Omar Hernández feels like an outsider at his Islamic school, An-Noor Islamic Academy, even after a year and a half. His mother is from Puerto Rico, and his father’s parents immigrated from Ecuador, giving his family a Latino-Muslim heritage that he feels is different from his classmates’. When his teacher assigns the class an essay on how their families celebrate Ramadan and Eid, Omar becomes nervous that his family’s customs will make him stand out even more. With support from his teacher and family, Omar finds the courage to share his family’s festive traditions, including their special recipe for empanadas. Through this experience, Omar learns to embrace his heritage and discovers that sharing his traditions can be a source of pride and connection.

Ilyas & Duck & FANTASTIC FESTIVAL OF EID-AL-FITR

Khalisa — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 16:03:34 +0000

The book describes Eid-al-Fitr, the festival that marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan. It follows Ilyas as he prepares for Eid, while his friend Duck initially misunderstands what the holiday is about. Duck first brings decorations for Christmas and then for Hanukkah, but Ilyas kindly explains that those are for other holidays. Together, they travel to the Masjid to learn about the true meaning of Eid, which is a time for celebration, prayer, and charity. The story emphasizes themes of compassion, gratitude, and helping those less fortunate.

Eid – The Islamic Library Association

Eid Empanadas

Ilyas & Duck & FANTASTIC FESTIVAL OF EID-AL-FITR