An Aayah That Changed My Life After Parenthood
..."I only complain of my grief and sorrow to Allah..."
I can't help but think about Yaqoob عليه السلام - what his children said...
30+ Islamic Stories for Muslim Kids
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How to Introduce a Concept of Death To a Muslim Child
[A personal experience after death of my son] - Simple steps to introduce the concept of death to a Muslim child in a most natural and positive way - talking to them about life hereafter (grave, sadaqah jaariyah, barzakh, iliyyeen, sijjeen, munkar nakeer, jannah & the circle of life upon which this world revolves).
How to Raise Grateful Kids (+ List of Gratitude Activities & Resources to Instill Shukr)
Practical steps on how you can help your kids be grateful and develop a positive mindset with a hopeful perspective on life. Try out any of the Islamic crafts or activities based around the power of alhamdulillah - including #AlhamdulillahForSeries Gratitude Journal, shukr jar, alhamdulillah tree, thankful hands, positive mood board and many more.
A Letter to My Daughter (through wet-nursing)
A love letter to my foster daughter - who has no religious bounds to give the parental rights to me, but I have no legal bounds to give the motherly love to her.
Turkey’s Islamic History Changed My Teen’s Muslim Identity
By Fouzia Usman, Founder of Muslim Nation Builders
Walking through Turkey's Islamic history transformed my teen's Muslim identity in ways I never imagined possible.
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How to Teach Kids 12 Months in Islam
Free printables, videos (rhymes/anasheed without music - English/Arabic), products, resources, craft ideas, games and stories to teach kids about the 12 months in Islam (Hijri Calendar).
30 Crafts Based on Children’s Islamic Books
Muslim kids need representation in the books they read to be able to strengthen their identity and Islamic books to strengthen their faith - so scroll through to find 30 crafts based on 30 Islamic and Muslim books. This can be ideal for Ramadan, but works even when kids are on their school break or after school or when you are looking for ways to add some creativity in your homeschool.
How Muslims should React to an Earthquake
How should a Muslim react in the face of natural disasters and how to talk to kids about them. (music-free animated video embedded for explanation along with free printables on survival strategies - emergency plan).
How to Help Kids Love Quran and Sunnah (without forcing it on them)
Practical examples on how to teach kids Quran and Sunnah while helping them fall in love with Allah and His Messenger ﷺ. This blog post explores strategies which can help kids become self-motivated to do the right thing in shaa Allah. Use "AYEINA10" code for 10% discount on Quran Moon Lamp and Islamic BSL book for kids.