Ayyam-i-Ha Gift Guide: Books
Guide to Labels: Bahá’í-inspired:
Eco-friendly:
Family-owned/Family-run:
Multicultural:
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9StarMedia.com

9 Star Media is the world’s largest single source for Bahá’í inspired music, audio books and film. We scour the world to bring together the best our community has to offer all in one place. Instant Downloads or Physical media mailed to your doorstep.
Ayyám-i-Há Specials: 30% Off ALL Physical CDs, DVDs & Blu-Rays + Free Gift Wrapping. We will mail directly to your loved ones for Ayyám-i-Há! Details Here: Ayyám-i-Há Sale
Shipping Restrictions: Unable to ship to Iran or North Korea
See also: Multimedia, Music
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Andrea Hope

Andrea Hope is dedicated to providing Baha’i-inspired family fun through books, games, crafts, and home goods.
Shipping Restrictions: Ships from the U.S. Because of international shipping rates, we encourage families to combine orders.
Ayyám-i-Há Special: Use code COMBINE for free shipping on combined orders (US only).
See also: Books, Crafts and Gift Items, Educational Materials, Gifts for Kids, Household
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And So You Were Born 
“And So You Were Born” is a Bahá’í-inspired children’s book (with an accompanying interactive version in the iTunes App Store) which features colorful, whimsical illustrations as the reader learns of the great love that exists for them – from God’s love before and after birth, to love of family and friends – and about life’s purpose of spreading love to all as we unite in our diversities.
Beginning with a dedication page allowing for personalization (including space for a photograph, as well as the gift-giver’s name, the child’s name and date of gift), “And So You Were Born” ends with short writings from major faith traditions, notable world figures and various cultures on the themes of love and a purpose-driven life.
And So You Were Born is winner of a 2014 Moonbeam Children’s Book Award in the category of Religion/Spirituality. The Awards – which are handed to publishers large and small from around the world – are designed to bring increased recognition to the year’s best children’s books, chosen for their commitment to children, literacy and life-long reading.
See also: Kids’ Gifts, Multimedia
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Audrey Press is an independent publishing house publishing books which inspire children and families to discover their world together.
Shipping Restrictions: We ship all over the world. Just check the shipping box at check out which best applies to you.
See also: Crafts and Gift Items, Gifts for Kids, Multimedia
Featured Product:
A Year in the Secret Garden by Valarie Budayr and Marilyn Scott-Waters
Award-winning authors Valarie Budayr and Marilyn Scott-Waters have co-created A Year in the Secret Garden to introduce the beloved children’s classic The Secret Garden to a new generation of families. This guide uses over two hundred full color illustrations and photos to bring the magical story to life, with fascinating historical information, monthly gardening activities, easy-to-make recipes, and step-by-step crafts, designed to enchant readers of all ages. Each month your family will unlock the mysteries of a Secret Garden character, as well as have fun together creating the original crafts and activities based on the book.
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Bahá’í Books for Children

Looking for Baha’i books for children? Check out our resources or our store for ideas and suggestions.
Shipping Restrictions: International shipping now available! Free shipping on certain amounts in Canada and the USA
Ayyám-i-Há Specials: We have new products in store just for Ayyám-i-Há!
See also: Crafts and Gift Items, Educational Materials, Fine Art, Stationery and Paper Goods
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Bahá’í Crafts for Children 

Baha’i-inspired craft ideas for kids. Easily print templates, craft instructions and coloring pages for use in your home or Baha’i children’s class! Over 70 creative crafts with Bahá’í themes, Bahá’í quotes, and easy directions.
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Bahá’í Publishing Trust/Bahá’í Distribution Service (U.S.)

Bahá’í Publishing produces books based on the teachings of the Bahá’í Faith. Established in 1955, the Bahá’í Publishing Trust of the U.S. is one of about 30 Publishing Trusts operating around the globe today. Each Publishing Trust functions under the aegis of its respective National Spiritual Assembly. The Publishing Trusts also receive their charter, and both general and specific guidance, from the Universal House of Justice.
Bahá’í Distribution Service exists to provide the broadest possible range of Bahá’í literature and related materials to support you, your family and society at large in the spiritual search for truth and the activities of community building.
Bahá’í Distribution Service provides the most comprehensive selection of Bahá’í titles in the world, with more than 2,000 Bahá’í books, eBooks, audiobooks, CDs, DVDs, downloadable music and related materials available through its BahaiBookstore.com and BahaiMusicStore.com sites, representing the efforts of hundreds of publishers, authors and artists from around the globe.
Shipping Restrictions: Most orders are shipped within 2 -5 business days. Our shipping charges are based on the actual amounts charged by UPS and the US Postal Service. Please see our FAQ for information on international shipping and other questions you may have.
See also: Crafts and Gift Items, Kids’ Gifts, Multimedia, Music
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BIG Bahá’í Activity Book for little Bahá’ís 
The BIG Bahá’í Activity Book for little Bahá’ís was created with love for the purpose of offering young children a way to communicate their understanding of virtues and Baha’i themes through simple, artistic participation. The book includes over 60 simple exercises and a 15-page Educator’s Guide to help Parents, Caregivers and Teachers extend the message of the book beyond the page.
See also: Kids’ Gifts
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Children’s Books by Varya and Leanna

A collaboration from two friends and bloggers to produce fun and educational materials for children inspired by Bahá’í holidays and teachings. Our first project was an Ayyám-i-Há fun book, and we are currently at work on a book for Ridván!
See also: Crafts and Gift Items, Gifts for Kids
Featured Product:
Ayyám-i-Há: Fun Ideas for Children and Families
This e-book is full of crafts, recipes, printable activities, and jokes to celebrate Ayyám-i-Há!
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DARIA’s Little VillageStore

Multicultural Music (mp3’s and cd’s) , E-Books, and fairly traded percussion instruments sharing a rainbow of diversity with all the world’s children!
Shipping Restrictions: Certain musical instruments cannot be shipped outside of the USA because of customs regulations. Otherwise, we ship anywhere!
See also: Crafts and Gift Items, Educational Materials, Gifts for Kids, Multimedia, Music
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Delighted Hearts

Delighted Hearts offers a variety of resources for Bahá’í festivities and holy days made with love to assist families in their celebrations. Visit the following links for more information:
Blog with Gift Resources, Handmade, Cardstock and Instant Download Decorations,
Children’s Books, Puzzles
Shipping Restrictions: Worldwide Shipping
See also: Crafts and Gift Items, Educational Materials, Household, Stationery and Paper Goods
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Family on the Loose

Great books to inspire multicultural learning at home or through family travel! Family on the Loose: The Art of Traveling with Kids is crammed with tips and ideas for packing your bags, enjoying a plane flight with kids, and engaging in cultural exploration from home or near home. Inside you will find fun, reproducible journal pages, museum activities, city scavenger hunts, and a whole chapter called “Finding the World in Your Own Backyard”! 100 Tips for Traveling in Europe with Kids provides endless inspiration for visiting the European icons and also immersing yourself and your kids in Europe’s many cultures. By inspiring family travel, our books help cultivate our next generation of global citizens even while physical travel is limited. Both books available through Amazon in print or Kindle versions.
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The Global Education Toolkit for Elementary Learners 
The Global Education Toolkit for Elementary Learners from Homa Sabet Tavangar and Becky Mladic-Morales provides 100s of hands-on activities for parents and teachers to teach their kids about the world, and encourage global learning and understanding.
For more details see: Books, Educational Materials
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HearTheWritings.com

HearTheWritings.com is focused on making the highest quality audio books of the sacred, historical and secondary texts of the Bahá’í Faith. Our Bahá’í audio books are a resource for those of the friends that spend hours commuting each day, mothers with kids who can’t find the time to sit and read, those organizing community deepening sessions, those with vision impairment, the friends who are more inclined towards auditory learning, and countless others. Our focus is transforming these moments of mental availability into opportunities to develop a closer relationship to the writings and to Bahá’u’lláh.
See also: Multimedia
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Kalimát Press 
Kalimát Press is a small, independent Bahá’í publishing company. We specialize in devotional Bahá’í books–prayerbooks, Holy Day books, etc–and books on Bahá’í history–memoirs, histories, and academic works. But we have also published book for teaching, introductory books, books on Christianity, etc.
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Kids Yoga Stories

Giselle Shardlow is the author of Kids Yoga Stories. Her yoga-inspired children’s books get children moving, learning, and having fun. Giselle draws from her experiences as a teacher, traveler, yogi, and mom to write the stories found at www.kidsyogastories.com or on Amazon worldwide.
Ayyám-i-Há Specials: 10% off at checkout with coupon code “AyyamiHa” yoga stories and yoga cards found at https://shop.kidsyogastories.com/.
Shipping Restrictions: No shipping restrictions. We offer a flat-fee shipping fee of $3.50 (USA and Canada) and $14.95 (International).
See also: Gifts for Kids
Featured Product:
Fly like a toucan, slither like a snake, and flutter like a butterfly as you act out this journey through a Costa Rican jungle with Kids Yoga Stories. The storybook includes a list of kids yoga poses and a parent-teacher guide. Age group: 4 to 7.
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Many Shades Club

We are a children’s book delivery service, saving you time and stress in your quest to #RaiseGoodHumans. We curate a collection of quality children’s books featuring diverse characters and families of all kinds and we deliver them right to your door.
Shipping Restrictions: Free shipping to the U.S.
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Misha Blaise
Misha is the author-illustrator of several books. This Phenomenal Life: The Amazing Ways We Are Connected with Our Universe is an illustrated collection of pop-science factoids that describes how humans are always connected with the universe and all life on Earth. For kids and adults, it includes a Baha’i quote. Starred review from Publishers Weekly, Bestseller in China, 2017.
Shipping Restrictions: Ships from Amazon or local bookseller
See also: Fine Art
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Pack-n-Go Girls 
Pack-n-Go Girls engages the imagination of children ages 6-9 by introducing them to different countries around the world. Pack-n-Go Girls early chapter book adventures are packed with spooky mysteries, international friendships, and lots of fun and easy multicultural learning. Books are available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other online and local retailers.
See also: Books
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Plant Love Grow

Plant Love Grow creates resources to help children develop emotionally. We have books that help children with mining their inner gems, understanding how to deal with difficult emotions, as well as journals for inner exploration and virtue materials for parents and teachers. Books can be purchased directly through Amazon or our website.
See also: Educational Materials, Gifts for Kids
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Sophia Wood Art 
I am an artist from Longmont, Colorado. I love art, mathematics, literature, nature and life. My philosophy is to make are enjoyable and affordable for all people to have beauty in their homes and life. Everything I do is with spiritual inspiration and love.
I do photography, beading, painting, webdesign and children’s books. Custom art, books, and paintings are available. Please visit Sophia Images for more photography.
See also: Fine Art
Featured Product:
Fibonacci, Pascal, Sophie Germain Primes and other mathematical puzzles are just part of her adventure. She encounters tests of character that require courage, peace, trust, friendship, detachment, and more. Marie’s Atlas is a great fantasy adventure for young and old alike.
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Whale Home Books 
A book helping to redefine who and what makes a princess based on love and friendship – not what one wears. Princesses Wear Dresses is a Bahá’í inspired book focusing on diversity, friendship and written and illustrated by two Bahá’í sisters. “Though princesses wear dresses, what makes a princess a princess is how she treats those around her with compassion, respect and love.” The purpose of the book is to redefine who and what makes a princess truly noble.
We also have it translated into soft cover versions in Spanish, French
, German
, and Portuguese
(located on Amazon). We are working on Farsi, Arabic, Traditional Mandarin and Simplified Mandarin.
See also: Books
Featured Product:
Princesses Wear Dresses
Hard Cover shipping available in USA and Canada
Soft Cover Shipping available internationally – through Amazon.
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Whistlefritz 
Whistlefritz was borne out of a mom’s passion to teach her own children Spanish. After reading research showing that early childhood was the best time to learn a language, Whistlefritz’s founding mom set out on a mission to find fun and educational teaching materials for her children. Not finding what she wanted, she decided to create it: engaging, playful, live-action Spanish (and now French!) immersion DVDs, CDs, and Lesson Plans for her own kids and kids everywhere!
Shipping Restrictions: We ship worldwide. Our programs can also be downloaded digitally on iTunes!
For more details see: Educational Materials, Gifts for Kids, Multimedia, Music