TY - BOOK AU - Khan,Ausma Zehanat TI - Ramadan: the holy month of fasting T2 - Orca origins SN - 9781459811812 PY - 2018///] CY - [Victoria, British Columbia] PB - Orca Book Publishers KW - Ramadan KW - Juvenile literature KW - Islam KW - Illustrated works KW - lcgft N1 - Includes bibliographical references (pages 82-83) and index; What is Ramadan? -- The stages of Ramadan -- The spirit of Ramadan -- Ramadan traditions around the world N2 - Part of the nonfiction Orca Origins series for middle readers. Illustrated with color photographs, this book examines the origins and traditions of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan; Throughout the month of Ramadan, Muslims fast during the day and break the fast together as a family each night. Ramadan provides the opportunity to focus on positive thoughts and actions. It is a time to become more grateful for the blessings people often take for granted and be reminded of the importance of helping others ER -