Tagged: Islamic Lessons

An Important Reminder

Asalaam ‘Alaikum: I just finished watching this and thought I should share. I, like you, am human (I’m assuming you knew that 🙂 ). We all make mistakes and we all have less than perfect days. However, if there is any one thing that we could learn – just one important lesson from Islam –...

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...

Being Active – Hiking the Canyon

Asalaam ‘Alaikum: This weekend we went hiking in a local canyon. The kiddos have always hiked in the mountain before, but not a canyon. They enjoyed learning about a different habitat. Actually, in this hike – at least what we could find out about from the information center – there are actually 4 or 5...

My Favorite Islamic Websites

Asalaam ‘Alaikum: We were just recently asked on one of the homeschooling groups if we had any Islamic websites to share. Mind you, I haven’t been searching the web lately for the latest and greatest – however, I like these resources. I not only use them for my own knowledge – but sometimes I also...

Jewel of Muscat

Jewel of Muscat

Asalaam ‘Alaikum, A while ago I received a request to share the following link: The Jewel of Muscat This is an amazing website – and an amazing endeavor. The website has videos, photos and information on the reconstruction of a 9th-century Arab ship, and its historic voyage from Oman to Singapore. The neat thing is...

Let the Games Begin!

Asalaam ‘Alaikum: I’ve been looking into educational games lately for the kids. Not games that you purchase necessarily – but even games you make yourself. I’m actually looking into this topic for all of their curricular needs – not just Arabic. We have started looking more at games at local resale shops and have had...