It's tradition to try to take the groom's shoes at many South Asian weddings—but as the youngest, Lulu will have to prove she can be as smart and capable as her cousins if she wants to win this game!It's...
It's tradition to try to take the groom's shoes at many South Asian weddings—but as the youngest, Lulu will have to prove she can be as smart and capable as her cousins if she wants to win this game!
It's wedding day, and Lulu is finally old enough to have a plan of her own for winning the prize during joota chupai! In Lulu’s family, kids on the bride’s side of the family play a game: Take the groom’s shoes and hold on to them until he gives them a prize.
The only problem? Her older cousins have their own plan for the heist—and it doesn’t include her!
It's tradition to try to take the groom's shoes at many South Asian weddings—but as the youngest, Lulu will have to prove she can be as smart and capable as her cousins if she wants to win this game!It's...
It's tradition to try to take the groom's shoes at many South Asian weddings—but as the youngest, Lulu will have to prove she can be as smart and capable as her cousins if she wants to win this game!
It's wedding day, and Lulu is finally old enough to have a plan of her own for winning the prize during joota chupai! In Lulu’s family, kids on the bride’s side of the family play a game: Take the groom’s shoes and hold on to them until he gives them a prize.
The only problem? Her older cousins have their own plan for the heist—and it doesn’t include her!
It's tradition to try to take the groom's shoes at many South Asian weddings—but as the youngest, Lulu will have to prove she can be as smart and capable as her cousins if she wants to win this game!
It's wedding day, and Lulu is finally old enough to have a plan of her own for winning the prize during joota chupai! In Lulu’s family, kids on the bride’s side of the family play a game: Take the groom’s shoes and hold on to them until he gives them a prize.
The only problem? Her older cousins have their own plan for the heist—and it doesn’t include her!
Lulu tries again and again to get in on the fun, but she always seems to be one step behind. Can she hold on to her confidence and determination long enough to keep at it, even when it means thinking outside the box?
Details
Pages: 40
Publisher: HarperCollins
Imprint: Versify
Publication Date: 8th April 2025
Trim Size: 10 x 10 in
Illustration Note: f/c
ISBN: 9780358732204
Reviews
“A seven-year-old schemes to win prize money at her cousin’s wedding in a lively picture book that centers South Asian wedding traditions. Kazi’s watercolor textures and digital palette of turquoise, magenta, and melon further brighten a high-energy family story that underlines how “laughter helps two families become one big family.” — Publishers Weekly
PRAISE FOR MOON'S RAMADAN: "Will create a curiosity about traditions that are less familiar to some readers, but will also generate joy and connection for children who know the practices. A delightful read that teaches students about Ramadan and emphasizes the diversity in the Islamic world. Definitely a go-to for librarians and teachers.” — School Library Journal (starred review)
PRAISE FOR MOON'S RAMADAN: "Moon celebrates with Muslims of different cultures, skin tones, ages, body types, and abilities actively engaged in evening activities of Ramadan, including good deeds and charity. Women are depicted with and without hijab, in various styles including niqab, while young girls are not portrayed wearing headscarves. Inviting... Upbeat... Sweet.” — Kirkus Reviews
PRAISE FOR MOON'S RAMADAN: "Detailed, colorful. The diversity of the Muslim population is evident in the illustrations, making this a welcome addition to shelves of books about celebrations.” — Booklist
Author Bio
Natasha Khan Kazi is an author-illustrator who draws from her first-generation immigrant experience (pun intended). Born in Bangladesh, she moved to the United States when she was five. Her debut picture book, Moon’s Ramadan, was a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection and a School Library Journal Best Picture Book of the Year selection, among other honors. Natasha shares her art with the world through her blogs, IslamiMommy and Art with Miss Natasha. She lives in Los Angeles with her family. Visit her at natashakhankazi.com.
Natasha Khan Kazi is an author-illustrator who draws from her first-generation immigrant experience (pun intended). Born in Bangladesh, she moved to the United States when she was five. Her debut picture book, Moon’s Ramadan, was a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection and a School Library Journal Best Picture Book of the Year selection, among other honors. Natasha shares her art with the world through her blogs, IslamiMommy and Art with Miss Natasha. She lives in Los Angeles with her family. Visit her at natashakhankazi.com.
It's tradition to try to take the groom's shoes at many South Asian weddings—but as the youngest, Lulu will have to prove she can be as smart and capable as her cousins if she wants to win this game!
It's wedding day, and Lulu is finally old enough to have a plan of her own for winning the prize during joota chupai! In Lulu’s family, kids on the bride’s side of the family play a game: Take the groom’s shoes and hold on to them until he gives them a prize.
The only problem? Her older cousins have their own plan for the heist—and it doesn’t include her!
Lulu tries again and again to get in on the fun, but she always seems to be one step behind. Can she hold on to her confidence and determination long enough to keep at it, even when it means thinking outside the box?
Pages: 40
Publisher: HarperCollins
Imprint: Versify
Publication Date: 8th April 2025
Trim Size: 10 x 10 in
Illustrations Note: f/c
ISBN: 9780358732204
“A seven-year-old schemes to win prize money at her cousin’s wedding in a lively picture book that centers South Asian wedding traditions. Kazi’s watercolor textures and digital palette of turquoise, magenta, and melon further brighten a high-energy family story that underlines how “laughter helps two families become one big family.” — Publishers Weekly
PRAISE FOR MOON'S RAMADAN: "Will create a curiosity about traditions that are less familiar to some readers, but will also generate joy and connection for children who know the practices. A delightful read that teaches students about Ramadan and emphasizes the diversity in the Islamic world. Definitely a go-to for librarians and teachers.” — School Library Journal (starred review)
PRAISE FOR MOON'S RAMADAN: "Moon celebrates with Muslims of different cultures, skin tones, ages, body types, and abilities actively engaged in evening activities of Ramadan, including good deeds and charity. Women are depicted with and without hijab, in various styles including niqab, while young girls are not portrayed wearing headscarves. Inviting... Upbeat... Sweet.” — Kirkus Reviews
PRAISE FOR MOON'S RAMADAN: "Detailed, colorful. The diversity of the Muslim population is evident in the illustrations, making this a welcome addition to shelves of books about celebrations.” — Booklist
Natasha Khan Kazi is an author-illustrator who draws from her first-generation immigrant experience (pun intended). Born in Bangladesh, she moved to the United States when she was five. Her debut picture book, Moon’s Ramadan, was a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection and a School Library Journal Best Picture Book of the Year selection, among other honors. Natasha shares her art with the world through her blogs, IslamiMommy and Art with Miss Natasha. She lives in Los Angeles with her family. Visit her at natashakhankazi.com.
Natasha Khan Kazi is an author-illustrator who draws from her first-generation immigrant experience (pun intended). Born in Bangladesh, she moved to the United States when she was five. Her debut picture book, Moon’s Ramadan, was a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection and a School Library Journal Best Picture Book of the Year selection, among other honors. Natasha shares her art with the world through her blogs, IslamiMommy and Art with Miss Natasha. She lives in Los Angeles with her family. Visit her at natashakhankazi.com.
