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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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s a homeschooler, there’s no doubt about the huge load of responsibilities you have. You must multi-task and work well under pressure, while maintaining a friendly and enthusiastic attitude. You must also be a teacher, curriculum specialist, guidance counselor, secretary, school nurse, and janitor, in addition to, all the other mom jobs. With all of […]
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oday, creativity, unique thought, even having your own opinion is no longer valued in the way that it should be. Creative people are a dying species. It is creative people, and people who think outside the box, who have the capacity to really make a difference in the world. These are the people who […]
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knew homeschooling was right for us early on, but high school—sure, I graduated high school, but how much do I remember about math, history? And how will I know what to teach and when? High school is run by professionals so who am I to think that I can homeschool my kids and have them […]
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rom the moment you had your child, you probably started to put your health on the back burner. Add in homeschooling to the mix, and you probably don’t even have time to think about your health. This may result in you feeling low energy levels, seeing negative health consequences, or even feeling burned out. Ultimately, […]
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t was during the two years that my mom homeschooled me, in grade six and seven, that I got my first real taste of creativity and art. I remember an art lesson my mom gave me. She told me to simply look at a bowl of fruit and to draw it with some […]
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