Zain’s Super Friday

By Hena Khan, Nez Riaz
Hardcover: $19.95

Join Zain and his dad on a special visit to their local mosque to attend jumu’ah prayers in this heartwarming picture book from the author of Under My Hijab.

Description

Early Friday morning, Zain leaps out of bed ready to save the world from alien invaders! But his dad has other plans for Zain on this special day of the week. Dad takes Zain to the mosque and guides him through his first jumu’ah prayers. But Zain’s quest for a superhero adventure leads to supersize distractions. Can Zain rein in his powerful impulses and appreciate this special experience with his dad and community?

With spirited text by award-winning author Hena Khan and dynamic illustrations by artist Nez Riaz, Zain’s Super Friday is a celebration of Muslim traditions, imagination, and the joy of community.

About the Creators

Hena Khan

Hena Khan is the author of many award-winning children's books, including Under My Hijab, Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns, Amina's Voice, and the Zara's Rules series. She lives near Washington, DC, with her family. Please visit her online at henakhan.com and follow her at @henakhanbooks.

Nez Riaz

Nez Riaz is a Pakistani/Palestinian artist based in Virginia. She is the illustrator of the picture book memoir My Name Is Bana by Bana Alabed and enjoys storytelling, pineapple pizza, and monkeys. You can visit her online at nezriaz.com.

Reviews

  • "Though Zain may be antsy, his patient father and the imam foster a warm community spirit—it's clear everyone is welcome here. Cartoon illustrations propel a fun and lively story that captures the spirited young boy's energy...A lovely tale of father-son bonding set against the backdrop of jumu'ah prayers at the mosque."

    - Kirkus Reviews
  • "Combining childhood fascination with superpowers and cultural traditions, this is an accessible purchase for picture book shelves."

    - School Library Journal
  • "A title that celebrates the bonds between a father and son, the power of imagination, and the strength of faith and tradition."

    - Publishers Weekly
  • "A sweet affirmation of an enthusiastic kid's effort to learn patience while immersed in an important religious practice."

    - Booklist

Hardcover

  • ISBN 9781643794242
  • Price $19.95
  • Publication Date Oct 10, 2023
  • Trim Size 8.5 × 11 in
  • Weight 0.9375 lbs
  • Page Count 32
  • Interests

  • Imprint Lee & Low Books
  • Audience Children
  • BISAC Category 1 JUV / Religious / Muslim
  • BISAC Category 2 JUV / Social Themes / New Experience
  • BISAC Category 3 JUV / Imagination & Play
  • Themes Childhood Experiences and Memories, Diversity, Families, Fathers, Fiction, Holidays / Traditions, Muslim, Realistic Fiction, Religion / Spiritual, Religious Diversity, Self Control / Self Regulation, Southwest Asian / North African / South Asian
  • Reading Levels

  • Age Range Ages 5 - 8
  • Grade Range Grades K - 3
  • Guided Reading L
  • DRA 24
  • Interest Level Grades K - 6
  • Lexile Level 590
  • Lexile Measurement 590L
  • Reading Level 2
  • Bebop Reading Early Fluent
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