Tagged: Kids Islam

Making the Stories of the Prophets Relevant

  Asalaam ‘Alaikum: Now, I am sure we have probably made our own of lesson plans on the Stories of the Prophets – or perhaps we have just read stories with our children in the hopes of teaching them Islamic studies. However, have we made sure we are achieving the proper goals with our lessons?...

Advice to Homeschooling Mothers: Don’t Make Your Islamic Studies Irrelevant

  Asalaam ‘Alaikum: I have spent quite a bit of time trying to find the perfect curriculum for Islamic Studies – I have spent a lot of time trying to find the perfect Islamic educational books for my children – and yet, still I am pretty much empty handed. There is stuff out there –...

Educating the Muslim Child – The Legacy of Prophet Ibrahim

Asalaam ‘Alaikum: I just finished listening to the following video. Some good advice and amazing insight especially into the lessons we should learn from Prophet Ibrahim. May we learn to apply these lessons to our lives, insha’Allah. Insha’Allah you will benefit from this as well. Asalaam ‘Alaikum, Sumayyah Umm SAA

Teach Your Child about Islamic Prayers

Asalaam ‘Alaikum: I just came upon these videos about Islamic Prayer. I’ve never seen them before. So far, what I have seen looks pretty good, masha’Allah. It might be useful for you in teaching your child – or in helping your child (or yourself) perfect your prayer. My Prayer – Part One My Prayer –...

Bilal Phillips: Advice for Educating the Muslim Child

Asalaam ‘Alaikum: This morning I listened to this lecture while preparing breakfast. I thought the video was useful – especially for those of us who are constantly bombarded with “why do you homeschool?” “You shouldn’t homeschool!” “Your children need to be socialized!” “Your children will never succeed!” and all the other horror stories that people...

Advice to Homeschooling Mothers – Get Out More

Asalaam ‘Alaikum: Was reading this morning and found something really inspirational. I thought I would share: By studying and appreciating the wonders of Allah’s creation, you will find peace. Allah, the Exalted, says: “We cause to grow wonderful gardens full of beauty and delight.” (Qur’an 27:60) “Say: Behold all that is in the heavens and...