Top Eid books to gift young readers in 2026 that celebrate faith, friendship, and adventure

Is there a better Eid present for a child or young person than a book? Between the pages of our choices – for everyone from toddlers to teenagers – lie adventure, knowledge, excitement, and messages about community and faith.

Pre-school

Zamzam for Everyone by Razeena Omar Gutt and Bassent Dawoud (illustrator)

This delightful picture book follows Mariam, who is on Hajj. While there, she tries to share Zamzam water with everyone she meets and, in doing so, encounters people from all over the world.

From her fellow pilgrims, Mariam learns to say thank you in new languages, tries different foods and drinks, and discovers that helping someone means you’ll get help in turn when you need it.

This is a great introduction for children to Hajj, and a poignant story about sharing and uniting despite our differences.

Ramadan Rain by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow and Aliaa Betawi (illustrator)

Haneen and her Momma celebrate the end of Ramadan and mark Eid with prayers on a rainy day, in this book written by acclaimed storyteller Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow.

As Haneen and her mother travel through the streets on a slow bus ride, rain drips down the windows, and Haneen wishes for new shoes and dresses as her Eid presents. But when she gets to the mosque and spends time with her friends, her wishes change.

This heartwarming story teaches children about the kindness of friends and the love of family.

Eid for Nylah by Nazrana Farook and Zelma Firdauzia (illustrator)

Cat fans will love this fun story about Eid al-Fitr seen through the eyes of a curious cat.

As Nylah the cat makes her usual visits to the homes on her street, she begins to realise something is different: everyone is busy, and they don’t need any help from her.

As Nylah observes humans making food, trying on clothes, and applying henna, her curiosity grows – until all is revealed at a big Eid celebration.

A Golden Eid by Hiba Noor Khan and Singgih Cahyo Jadmiko (illustrator)

In this interactive book, Hafsa and her family are preparing to spend Eid with their loved ones. When Hafsa’s dad starts packing up her favourite snack, halwa, to share with neighbours, Hafsa’s community rallies to save the day.

As well as the central story, this book – written by Jhalak Prize-winning author Hiba Noor Khan – teaches children how to make their own halwa and how to craft Eid-inspired bunting.

Middle grade

Nadia Islam, On the Record by Adiba Jaigirdar

Aspiring journalist Nadia Islam is going to Bangladesh and is annoyed about missing out on spending Ramadan with her best friend at home.

But when she discovers that her journalist aunt is also in Bangladesh to write a story on the increasing climate change problem in the country and how people are being affected, Nadia is keen to help – even as her brother and cousins distract her with a Ramadan competition.

This middle-grade novel wraps up an urgent message about climate change in a fun and touching story.

Wild Journey by A. M. Dassu and Joe Lillington (illustrator)

Wild Journey is a linked collection of contemporary adventure stories, all inspired by the migratory journey of the starling.

Author A. M. Dassu introduces readers to five children in different parts of the world, from Egypt and Morocco to Spain, who each begin their own journeys as they watch the captivating flight of starling murmurations.

These short stories teach children about the importance of nature.

Great Cities of Islam by Taha Kılınç and Narges Hashemy (illustrator)

This is a beautiful, highly illustrated history atlas that takes children across time and place to learn about 45 cities from the Muslim world. From ancient beginnings to modern life, Great Cities of Islam covers geography, culture, history, and more, bringing the historical and contemporary Muslim world to life.

Children will love all the facts and illustrations, and it’s a book to return to again and again.

Rumaysa: A Fairytale by Radiya Hafiza and Rhoda El Touny (illustrator)

This book is the perfect counter to Western fairytales, as Radiya Hafiza puts a fresh spin on the classic stories of Rapunzel, Cinderella, and Sleeping Beauty.

The book and its sequel, Rumaysa Ever After, follow the title character, who has been locked away in her tower, forced to spin straw into gold for the evil Witch.

When Rumaysa drops her hijab out of the window one day, she realises there might be a way to escape, and so begins an adventure where she seems to team up with Cinderayla and Sleeping Sara, each on their own quest.

Teen

Ms. Marvel: Remnants of the Past by Saadia Faruqi

Saadia Faruqi’s official Marvel novel sees Kamala Khan – aka Ms. Marvel – on a chase for a magical artefact that takes her from her home in Jersey City to Lahore and back again.

When a fight ends with Kamala acquiring a pair of priceless glasses, she must figure out how to return them to where they belong.

On her adventure, Kamala explores the land of her father’s youth and grapples with the challenge of choosing between right and wrong.

The Huda F series by Huda Fahmy

Beginning with Huda F Are You?, this graphic novel series follows Huda, a young American Muslim who has just moved to Dearborn, Michigan, and is trying to figure out who she is.

Dearborn is full of Muslims, and without a clique like there was in her last town, Huda isn’t exactly sure where she fits in. The series continues with Huda F Wants to Know?, and both books provide huge laughs.

Huda Fahmy is the creator of the internationally successful webcomic, Yes, I’m Hot in This.

Sarah Shaffi is a freelance literary journalist and editor. She writes about books for Stylist Magazine online and is the Books Editor at Phoenix Magazine

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