The Friday Treasure Hunt
by Zayn and Zara TalesPublish: Nov 27, 2025Children's Book Overview
It’s Friday morning, and seven-year-old Zayn and his five-year-old sister, Zara, are bursting with excitement. Their parents have announced a special "Treasure Hunt."
Zayn is looking for a map, and Zara is looking for gold coins, but they soon discover this isn't ordinary treasure. Mom and Dad guide them on a journey to collect "Good Deeds Treasure" instead.
Step by step, the siblings learn the beautiful virtues of Friday (Jumu'ah). From getting squeaky clean (Ghusl) and sharing quiet moments of reflection, to lending a helping hand at the community hall and sharing smiles with neighbors, Zayn and Zara realize that the greatest treasure isn't something you hold in your hand—it's the warm, happy feeling in your heart when you are kind and connected.
Why Readers Will Love This Book:
Teaches Virtues Gently: Introduces children to the special practices of Friday—such as cleanliness, peaceful reflection (prayer/Quran), and community contribution—in an engaging, non-preachy way.
Universal Values: While rooted in Islamic tradition, the core themes of kindness, mindfulness, inner peace, and helping others are universal values meant for all young readers, regardless of background.
Beautiful Vintage Art: Every page features stunning, nostalgic watercolor illustrations in the beloved style of classic "Ladybird" books, creating a warm and comforting reading experience.
Relatable Characters: Children will see themselves in the curious and energetic sibling dynamic between Zayn and Zara.
Perfect For:
Children aged 5–9.
Parents looking for engaging Islamic children's books.
Anyone seeking stories that teach mindfulness, gratitude, and community spirit.
Bedtime reading or a special Friday morning storytime.
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