Monthly Archive: August 2006

Fun with Science

Asalaam ‘Alaikum: Found another gem at the library (yes, we spend a lot of time there, masha’Allah). I thought I would look for some fun science books and while browsing the shelf came across the book “Kitchen Science” by Shar Levine & Leslie Johnstone. I can’t recommend this book highly enough. I actually have a...

Math Does Not Need to Be Boring

Asalaam ‘Alaikum: We have been working on our math skills lately. We are currently using Saxon Math for Kindergarten. My daughter really loves it because it deals a lot with manipulatives – she thinks she is just having fun – so I can’t complain. Recently I went to the library and found some interesting books...

Learning Arabic Numbers (wahid to ashara)

Asalaam ‘Alaikum: I’ve been trying to find ways to get my daughter to work on practicing Arabic numbers and counting. One day she sat down and happily worked in a math workbook (much to my surprise) for the english numbers. She considered it fun – she could count out loud and then color the pictures....

Learning to Read **Making Progress**

Asalaam ‘Alaikum: In the past I have mentioned having problems with using “Teaching Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons.” I spoke recently with a friend who has used that program to teach all of her children. It seems she forgot to mention that at least one or more of her children had the...

What is the Quran? Lesson Plan

Asalaam ‘Alaikum: I have finally finished the “What is the Qur’an” lesson plan for my girls. Insha’Allah it will also benefit your family. All files and materials related to the lesson plan are located here: http://www.yemenlinks.com/Theme/HS_ILM_Quran_Lesson If you find any benefit from these materials – please pass them on, insha’Allah. Please feel free to give...