In pictures: Sweet welcome for UAE children celebrating Haq Al Lailah

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates - June 23 2013 - Maitha Al Jabri, 4, and Hind Al-Suwaidi, 10, both cousins, pack little bags filled with sweets and crisps with at their home in the Leyyah district of the city. They are preparing for Hag El Leila, an Emirati tradition that occurs every year 15 days before the start of the month of Ramadan. The tradition involves children walking from door-to-door singing and collecting sweets and money. (Razan Alzayani / The National) FOR RYM GHAZAL STORY *** Local Caption *** RA0623_hag_el_layla_002.jpg