First time in Paperback! Skipping Stones Multicultural Honor Award Alliance Award Maine Literary Awards, Finalist Looking through the tall trees in their backyard in Maine, Shirin and her dad search for a glimpse of the new moon, the sign that the month of Ramadan has begun. Ramadan is a time when Muslims around the world pray, fast, and pay special attention to doing good deeds. Shirin is nine and thinks she should be able to fast like her older brother Ali, but her parents feel she is still too young to go without food and water all day. When Shirin catches Ali sneaking food after school, she wonders: Should she tattle or is this an opportunity for a good deed? Shirin feels left out when the others break their fasts to have their own meals after dark and in the early morning, before it is light again. But then her grandmother tells a story that shows her a way she can feel more a part of Ramadan and the traditions and closeness her family enjoys during this special month of the year. Her good deeds result in a surprise for everyone!

This compendium draws on lunar science, myth, folklore and poetry from around the world to examine the pull that the moon continues to exert on the minds of the people who gaze at it.

Caspar David Friedrich (1774-1840), a major figure in the German Romantic movement, painted sublime works representing nature at its most melancholic and desolate. One of his most famous motifs was that of two intimate figures, seen from behind, gazing at the moon. Friedrich painted three versions of this theme, one of which -- Two Men Contemplating the Moon -- has recently been acquired by The Metropolitan Museum of Art. The book discusses the Metropolitan's painting in conjunction with the other two versions and a number of related paintings and drawings by Friedrich and his Dresden friends. It also presents fascinating details about the moon itself -- including what was known about it in Friedrich's lifetime and its presence and symbolism in contemporary Romantic poetry.

The Moon Catcher By: Ila Ann Longley Evil and Love Adventure and Prophecy Magic and Fate Thousands of generations ago, evil demons of the night tormented men. Only light, especially the silvery beauty of the Moon, could defeat them. An ancient hero fell in love with the Moon and captured Her. He was cruelly tricked and now the Moon wanders the sky, leaving men vulnerable to the demons. The Moon watchers wait for the arrival of the prophesied boy who will capture again the Moon. Young Cattaris has always wanted to be a Moon watcher like his father. On a dreadful night, he stops being a watcher and becomes the boy of prophecy. Setting out with his beloved master, the two must take a dangerous journey to recover three magical relics so the Moon can again be caught. But the way is dark and dangerous, filled with a powerful soldier, a cunning sorcerer, and an evil king. Cattaris must face his fate with courage and love or all the world will die. The Moon Catcher is an inspiring fantasy fable about the importance of finding your path in life.

With its age-appropriate text, helpful charts, colorful design, and vivid illustrations and photography, this series is perfect for students working on reports and projects or for the budding astronomer fascinated by what exists beyond our planet.

This book reveals the true story of what was unfolding in the Middle East in the centuries leading up to the emergence of Christianity as accurately as possible. It will upset some, but that is not my goal. The true history of events is always suppressed and this is an attempt to revive the actual story as it occurred, as faithfully as possible. A long-lost prophecy in the Dead Sea Scrolls reveals that Judas Maccabeus was the original Messiah, and he did do amazing things, including liberating Israel from the oppressive Greeks. He gave Israel independence for the first time in 400 years and began a golden period. However, in the centuries to come, the spectre of the Roman army began to manifest. The Jews needed hope and so the prophecy was revamped and extended. This resulted in a whole swathe of messianic contenders and in the 70's AD, after Rome defeated the Jews in a bloody war, a relatively unknown man was extolled as the Messiah. The reason why Jesus was chosen? He was the most Western of all the contenders; he preached tolerance at a time when few Jews would. This suited Rome, and so in Rome, in a foreign tongue, his story was written. A lot of it was made up (I don't say these words lightly, I will prove this). This book answers many more questions too, questions that have vexed us for millennia such as: 'Where is the Garden of Eden?' 'What happened to Noah’s Ark?' 'Who was the first man?' 'Who was the Devil?' The answers will surprise you and they’ll challenge everything that you think you know. We live in dangerous times, when fact is hard to discern from fiction. This book offers a glimmer of truth at a time when this is the rarest of commodities.

This lunar-inspired guide to self-care provides the tools to create a wellness routine based around the moon’s phases, with information on moon meditations, moon-friendly foods, moon-related beauty products, and more! Each phase of the moon brings a different energy. From the inspiring presence of the new moon spurring new intentions to the emotional release of the waxing moon to the inner reflection of the waning moon—now you can let the energizing and healing power of the moon guide your wellness routine. The Moon + You explains how to harness the moon’s energy during its major phases, and use it to better yourself through a variety of rituals, exercises, and meditations. Filled with information on the phases of the moon and how they affect our mental, physical, and emotional well-being, as well as advice and suggestions for creating a self-care routine that aligns with each moon phase, this complete guide gives you everything you need to fully embrace the moon’s energy. Including self-care rituals such as: –Full moon meditation –New moon gemstone ritual –Waxing moon chakra alignment –Dark moon healing bath –Waning moon yoga sequence for releasing stress –New moon herbal remedy for dry skin –And much more! Learn how to utilize the moon’s natural influence to transform and nurture your body, mind, and spirit.

The Moon’s Galactic History: A Look at the Moon’s Extraterrestrial Past and Its Connection to Earth, follows the past and present research about the Moon’s strange, enigmatic history, with a focus on an extraterrestrial presence. The book examines such questions as, “Are there Moon inhabitants?” “Are the UFOs seen today connected to the Moon?” “Is there a city on the Moon?” and more. Additionally, Briggs discusses thing observed on the Moon, including anomalous strange lights, unidentified flying objects, odd constructions, artifacts, symbols and more. This book examines new thoughts and ideas from researchers and what their ideas are today about the extraterrestrial, Moon-Earth connection, and what it means for us. With all the information on unidentified flying objects in the news today, it is time to have an updated book with current research that investigates both the past and present material on the Moon. Did you know that: Several of the NASA astronauts reported seeing UFOs while traveling to the Moon?; the Moon might be hollow?; Apollo 10 astronauts heard strange “space music” when traveling on the far side of the Moon?; mysterious anomalous activity has been seen on the Moon for centuries?; there are said to be ruins of structures on the Moon?; and more.