Several weeks ago, I saw a post by Raising Rayyaan about looking at last year’s Dua list and preparing this year’s. Her post definitely made me pause and reflect. There are so many Duas that we made last year that have been answered, whether with a “yes,” an “it’s not the right time yet,” or … Continue reading Five-Year Dua Book
Ramadhan for kids
Preparing for Ramadhan 2018
So many amazing people have shared many beautiful activities for Ramadhan. These are some of the activities that we have done this year, inspired by others. Crescent Moon with Buttons: I saw this activity on Crescent Moon DIY's Instragram Page and I thought it was beautiful! We put our own spin on it, using … Continue reading Preparing for Ramadhan 2018
Favorite Ramadhan Nasheeds
One of my favorite ways to build excitement for Ramadhan in my home is by listening to our favorite nasheeds. Every time we are doing an activity to prepare for Ramadhan, I love to listen to nasheeds. I have shared a list of favorites previously, but I wanted to add to that list! Some of … Continue reading Favorite Ramadhan Nasheeds
Eid Mubarak Puzzle
My daughter LOVES puzzles. For Eid this year, I thought it would be fun to have one that she can first color, and then cut apart and play over and over again as a puzzle. If you have a puzzle-lover as well, you can download below! For a more difficult puzzle, you can cut each … Continue reading Eid Mubarak Puzzle
Ramadhan Acrostics
I love acrostic poems! They are so versatile, and they are a fun way to end our series of Ramadhan activities. In an acrostic poem, you choose a main word and write it vertically, with one letter on each line. Each line of the poem then has to start with the letter that is on … Continue reading Ramadhan Acrostics
Reflections on Laylatul Qadr
As we approach the most blessed nights of the holy month of Ramadhan, we are preparing ourselves to spend these nights in prayer and supplication. We want to maximize the blessings we receive during these nights, inshaAllah! For these nights, you can download a worksheet that will help our kids reflect on Laylatul Qadr. You … Continue reading Reflections on Laylatul Qadr
Battle of Badr
At the Battle of Badr, the Muslims were outnumbered, 313 ill-equipped men to 900 Makkan soldiers. However, the Muslims were victorious on the 17th of Ramadhan, and this was a major victory by the Muslims in their first battle against the Makkans in their first battle. In the Holy Quran (3:123-124), Allah (SWT) tells us … Continue reading Battle of Badr
Generosity with Food!
Imam Hassan (AS) is another extraordinary example of generosity for us. In fact, it is said that our 2nd Imam (AS) gave his entire wealth as charity and started over TWICE. Imam Hassan (AS) ran a guest house in which he would serve food to the hungry. Go HERE (page 8.37) to read the story. … Continue reading Generosity with Food!
Daily Ramadhan Dua
During the Holy Month of Ramadhan, one of the Duas that we recite daily after Salaat is a prayer for other people. We remember the sick, the poor, the hungry, even the dead. Remembering and praying for the struggles of people around the world is an important part of our day, and it also leads … Continue reading Daily Ramadhan Dua
As Generous as the Sun
Bibi Khadija (SA) was one of the biggest supporters of Prophet Mohammed (SAW) in the early days of Islam. She was a very wealthy woman, and she gave her wealth to help the religion. She was extremely generous! For this reason, as we remember the shahadat of Bibi Khadija (SA), we are discussing GENEROSITY. In … Continue reading As Generous as the Sun