Everything you need to feature Countdown to Eid and Dr. Serene
| Book Title | Countdown to Eid: Three Days to Eid |
| Author | Dr. Serene |
| Publisher | Sirocco Publishing (Canada) |
| Formats | Paperback, eBook, Streaming Audiobook |
| Languages | English & French |
| ISBN (English) | 978-1-7779952-2-1 |
| ISBN (French) | 978-1-7779952-4-8 |
| Audience | Ages 4–8 (JK–Grade 3) |
| Themes | Eid preparations, friendship, teamwork, community, moon-sighting, generosity |
| Amazon.ca (English) | amazon.ca/dp/1777995221 |
| Amazon.ca (French) | amazon.ca/dp/1777995248 |
| Website | siroccopublishing.com |
| @siroccopublishing |
Dr. Serene is a Canadian children's book author and the founder of Sirocco Publishing. Her debut picture book, Countdown to Eid, captures the joy and anticipation of preparing for Eid al-Fitr through rhythmic, read-aloud storytelling. She visits schools and libraries across Ontario.
Dr. Serene is a Canadian children's book author with a passion for stories that bring families and communities together. A hard-working mother and lifelong reader, she writes picture books centred on kindness, curiosity, and the warmth of shared celebrations.
Her debut picture book, Countdown to Eid, was inspired by watching her own children's excitement in the days before Eid al-Fitr — the moon-watching, the baking, the anticipation that builds with every passing hour. Written in rhythmic, repeatable language designed for read-alouds, the story invites children of all backgrounds to share in the excitement of community, generosity, and celebration.
Dr. Serene founded Sirocco Publishing to bring diverse voices and joyful stories to young readers. She visits schools, libraries, and community events across Ontario for interactive readings and audiobook read-along sessions. Countdown to Eid is available in English and French.
Three days. Four friends. One sparkling celebration.
Three days before Eid, Bear Saeed and his friends set out on a mission: make this the best celebration yet. Together they track the crescent moon, bake sweet treats, lend a hand to neighbours, and discover that the joy of Eid is in the countdown itself.
Countdown to Eid: Three Days to Eid is a joyful picture book that follows Bear Saeed and three friends through the final three days before Eid al-Fitr. Each day brings a new adventure — tracking the crescent moon, baking festive treats, helping neighbours — as the excitement builds toward the sparkling celebration.
Written by Dr. Serene in rhythmic, repeatable language designed for read-alouds, the book captures the warmth, generosity, and community spirit at the heart of Eid. With themes of friendship, teamwork, and kindness, it invites children of all backgrounds to share in the anticipation of something wonderful.
Published by Sirocco Publishing, Countdown to Eid is available in English and French, with a free streaming audiobook and downloadable educator resources.
The following assets are available for media use. For high-resolution images, please email contact@siroccopublishing.com.
JPEG — for print and web use · Countdown to Eid English edition
PNG — professional photo of Dr. Serene, for editorial use
PDF — overview of visit packages, curriculum connections, and booking information. Request by email.
JPEG — Compte à rebours pour l'Aïd édition française
PNG — 1024×1024 — for event promotion and media use
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Dr. Serene is a Canadian children's book author and founder of Sirocco Publishing, based in Thornhill, Ontario. Her debut picture book Countdown to Eid: Three Days to Eid is available in English and French.
Credit: Photo courtesy of Sirocco Publishing
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