What is a Muslim?
hat does it mean to be a Muslim? How do you respond if it’s your child who asks? What a loaded question! Islam is a way of life, and there are many facets of our faith to consider when defining the attributes of a Muslim. I’m joyful to have found the book What is a Muslim by […]
Read More...Ramadan Activities with a Science Twist
amadan is finally here, and subhan’Allah the time has passed so quickly! In the coming weeks, you may be planning to focus your energy on worship and Qur’an. Below are four fun Ramadan activities with a science twist so you and your children can make the most of this month while incorporating secular studies. Bake […]
Read More...Spring Inspired Nature Craft
s a non-native Arabic speaker, ensuring Laylah grows up familiar and fluent with the language is of utmost importance to me. And as Muslims, we recognize it is our obligation to learn what is necessary to fulfill our duties in Islam. I was ecstatic when I first stumbled upon Arabic Seeds. Arabic Seeds provides practical […]
Read More...3 Things Every Homeschooler Needs to Know
espite anticipated technical issues, the first annual Islamic Homeschool Convention was a success Alhamdulillah. Uplifting, would be my first choice of word, if I had to choose just one. For new and veteran homeschoolers, alike, it provided motivation to continue striving on the path of home educating, and it was a renewal of genuine passion […]
Read More...It’s on the Internet, so, it Must be True
kay, okay. We all know this isn’t the case. While the Internet affords us the convenience of research at our fingertips in the comfort of our own homes from a plethora of sources, these sources may or may not be reviewed and regulated the way a reference source from the library is. You, yourself, may […]
Read More...Interview on Homeschooling with Nada Wafa
Nada Wafa is a passionate homeschooler living in Apex, North Carolina. A full-time mother of three, she has a 4-year-old daughter, 2-year-old son, and 6-month-old baby girl. She has experience teaching in both North Carolina and Jordan, where she lived for five years. She’s currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Curriculums and Instruction with a […]
Read More...Nightly News with Safa
This week I had the opportunity to review Nightly News with Safa by Helal Musleh. For those who are unfamiliar with Sister Helal, she is an Ontario certified teacher with a passion for education. She shares
Read More...Do you Know your Child’s Learning Style?
Learning is not one-size-fits-all; each individual has their own unique learning style. Learning is a complex process that requires new information to be acquired, processed, and applied. Once you determine the best way in which your child processes information,
Read More...Quick Guide to Begin Islamic Homeschooling
So you’ve decided to homeschool your children. Or maybe you’re still just considering it. You may be feeling overwhelmed at where and how to begin. Well, you’ve come to the right place! Below I’ve compiled and organized research on where to begin the process. You’ll also find valuable links to Islamic educational resources that you […]
Read More...What’s Missing from your Islamic Homeschool that will make it Easier
o you agree with me when I say homeschooling is tough? It’s a daily challenge. If you’re just considering it, where to begin is overwhelming. If you’re just starting, how to begin is overwhelming. If you’ve been homeschooling for some time now, how to proceed (and find the determination to do so!)—each week, month, year—is always overwhelming.
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