9 books · Ages 4–15
The 12 Lights of Ahlul Bayt (A.S)
One book for each of the Twelve Imams (A.S). Each volume tells the life of an Imam as a story a child can follow, from the First Imam to the Ninth so far.
The Gentle Prince of Peace
Imam Hassan (A.S), the Second Imam Who Chose Peace Over War
The Voice of Karbala
Imam Zain ul Abideen (A.S), the Fourth Imam Who Spoke Through Duas
The Ocean of Knowledge
Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (A.S), the Fifth Imam Who Revived Islamic…
The Wonders of Science and Faith
Imam Jafar al-Sadiq (A.S), the Sixth Imam
The Light in Chains
Imam Musa al-Kazim (A.S), the Seventh Imam, Babul Hawaij
The Wise Healer
Imam Ali al-Ridha (A.S), the Eighth Imam, the Healer of Hearts
The Young Sage of Baghdad
Imam Muhammad al-Jawad (A.S), the Ninth Imam
About this series
The Twelve Imams can feel like a list of names to a child. This series turns them into people: the Gate of Knowledge, the Gentle Prince of Peace, the Healer of Hearts. The books are published in the order of the Imams, so a family can read one a month and finish the year knowing them. Nine volumes are available now.
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Guides for parents
- One Imam a Month: A Family Plan to Meet the Twelve Imams in a Year
A twelve-month family plan for teaching children the Twelve Imams (A.S): one story, one value and one small habit for each, with Quran verses and book ideas. - Inside “Who Are the Ahlul Bayt?”: A Rhyming Introduction for Little Ones
A look inside our rhyming picture book that introduces the Panjetan Pak and the Twelve Imams to children aged 4 to 8, with real pages, meaning and how to read it. - 10 Ahlul Bayt Stories for Bedtime, by Age Group
Ten illustrated Shia children’s books for bedtime, sorted by age, with what each one is about and why it works for reading aloud.
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About The 12 Lights of Ahlul Bayt (A.S)
What is The 12 Lights of Ahlul Bayt (A.S)?
One book for each of the Twelve Imams (A.S). Each volume tells the life of an Imam as a story a child can follow, from the First Imam to the Ninth so far.
How many books are in The 12 Lights of Ahlul Bayt (A.S)?
There are 9 books in the series so far: The Gate of Knowledge; The Gentle Prince of Peace; The Brave Heart of Karbala; The Voice of Karbala; The Ocean of Knowledge; The Wonders of Science and Faith; The Light in Chains; The Wise Healer; The Young Sage of Baghdad.
What age is The 12 Lights of Ahlul Bayt (A.S) for?
The series suits children aged 4–15. Each book page lists its own reading age.
Where do I start with The 12 Lights of Ahlul Bayt (A.S)?
Start with “The Gate of Knowledge”. The books follow the order of the Imams, so a family can read one at a time.
Where can I buy The 12 Lights of Ahlul Bayt (A.S)?
Every book is sold on Amazon in United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, Germany, France and Japan. Each book page has a store selector.
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