Eid | My First Festivals

Duration: 13'43''

Synopsis

Following seven-year-old Iqra as she and her family prepare for the celebration Eid (Eid Al-Adha). With lots of things to do before the big day, Iqra starts her journey by visiting her local mosque to meet the Imam to find out more about Eid.

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