A big-hearted global celebration of mosques & the diverse worshippers that they welcome every day! My mosque feels safe like home. In my mosque, we pray for peace, love & joy. You are welcome in my mosque. WINNER! English Association English 4-11 Picture Book Awards, Non-fiction 4-7 Category! Do you go regularly to a mosque? Or perhaps you’ve never been inside one? This joyful book invites everyone – worshippers & newcomers alike – to step inside & meet warm, welcoming mosque communities all across the world. Join young Muslim children, their families & friends, as they learn, pray, eat, help others … & play! Joyful illustrations from award-winning illustrator Hatem Aly (The Proudest Blue) bring to life this simple & heartfelt introduction to life inside the mosque! A School Library Journal Best Book of 2021 ‘ In My Mosque draws readers into the Muslim house of worship to show how it is so much more than a place to pray. Aly’s illustrations echo the warmth of Yuksel’s text, depicting loving, happy communities, rich in diversity of all sorts.’ – Booklist ‘ This marvelous, welcoming book on mosques, Muslims, & Islam is a must.’ – School Library Journal, Starred Review ‘ This personable, sensory love letter to a range of children’s mosque experiences will engage new learners & resonate with those already familiar.’ – Publishers Weekly, Starred Review ‘ Aly’s bright illustrations pair well with Yuksel’s words, ending with a beautiful spread of children staring at readers, waving & extending their hands.’ – Kirkus