This picture book follows a family through their celebration of Ramadan, from their eager scrutiny of the night sky for the first sign of the crescent moon, to its growing fullness throughout the month and gradual waning, until the new moon heralds the festival of Eid. It describes their days of fasting, prayer and reflection, and the anticipation of the contrasting exuberance and feasting with the arrival of Eid. The poetic text and attractive illustration combine well to convey the cycle of emotions and reverence for this special time.