Introduction Chapter One: What Is Ramadan? What Is Islam and Who Is a Muslim? The Five Pillars of Islam Fasting in Ramadan: A Pillar of Islam The Ninth Month of the Islamic Lunar Calendar The Month of the Qur'an The Requirements of Fasting Exceptions: Valid Reasons Not to Fast Uzma's Story Ibtihaj's Story Chapter Two: The Stages of Ramadan The Three Ashras The Mysterious Night of Destiny Eid-al-Fitr: The Great Celebration Eid Charity Hamzah's Story Chapter Three: The Spirit of Ramadan Giving Back GIVE 30 Project Downtown Camp Ramadan Other Social Programs and Efforts An Iftar Story Salima's Story Chapter Four: Ramadan Traditions Around the World Bosnia China Egypt India Indonesia Iran Kenya Nigeria Pakistan Palestine Saudi Arabia Sudan Turkey Dunya's Story A final word from the author Glossary Resources Index Acknowledgments.