Review by the Islamic School Librarian on "Granny, where does Allah live?"
This 32-page picture book for 3–6 year olds takes readers and listeners on a car ride with Granny as questions are asked, sights are seen, and love is spread. The rhyme is actually pretty decent, the explanation of Allah SWT being on a throne above us wherever we are is well-adhered to, and the illustrations are bright, bold, and have a lot to hold little ones' interest.
The book starts out with a young boy and girl excited to be spending the day with their Granny. They love to ask Granny questions when they drive. After saying bismillah, they wonder about many things — and eventually ask, "Granny, where does Allah live?"
As they head to the mosque to meet Grandad, Granny tells them you don't have to go anywhere to find Allah — His throne is above us wherever we are. She then details how we can be reminded of Allah in things around us: nature, animals, land formations. She explains that Allah is the most generous friend and it is important to talk to Him in our prayers.
The book is a string of questions, so it doesn't come across as overly preachy, and the voice is natural. It sounds like a conversation a grandma and some kids would have. My kids and my mom definitely have this relationship!
Reviewed by Islamic School Librarian
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Granny, Where Does Allah Live?
32 pages · Ages 3–6 · Rhyming text · Bright illustrations
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