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Three years ago, during Black History Month, I started sharing stories of Black American Muslims, which date back to 1522. This year, I would like to share a few ways I’ve found to support the Black Muslim community. Donate Donate To MuslimARC’s … Continue reading Supporting The Black Muslim American Community
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Hi! Welcome to the first post in my Global Citizen Series. I have been committed to teaching my kids about their cultural identity since birth, but now that they are 5 and 6, I want to teach them cultural awareness … Continue reading Global Citizen Series: Exploring the Art of Jean-Michel Basquiat
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I remember the first time I was made to feel like my skin color was inferior. In 4th grade, as I chatted with my 4th grade crush, he told me my skin was brown because God over baked me. His … Continue reading The Best Children’s Books About Skin Color
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Have you ever had a rival? In my 20’s I had one. In my mind, I was constantly competing with her to dress better, look better, succeed more. And constantly wondering if I was falling short. I came to a … Continue reading [Free Printable] The Four Agreements By Don Miguel Ruiz
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Ramadan Mubarak! I just taught a room full of preschoolers (from different backgrounds) what that means…I hope. Last month, I asked my sons’ preschool teachers if I could share Ramadan with their classmates, holding my breath as many Muslim Americans do … Continue reading A Guide To Sharing Ramadan With A PreK-K Classroom
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This year for Ramadan I created a Ramadan Checklist. I have been thinking about Ramadan since last Ramadan, and felt a bit overwhelmed with how much there is to do. I needed to get it down on paper. Also, I’m … Continue reading The 39 To Dos On My Ramadan Checklist
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An essential element of western holidays is decorating the fireplace mantle. Pumpkins in the fall, pine cones in the winter, and eggs in the spring. I love celebrating the seasons with my children, so now that Ramadan is around the … Continue reading Decorating the Ramadan Fireplace Mantle
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Everyone remembers their childhood best friend. Mine was Amanda, who was from Orthodox Christian Ukrainian descent. Easter, in her home, was full of traditions I happily tagged along for. Every year, the women in her family (plus this Bangladeshi girl) … Continue reading A Look at Easter, the Spring Equinox, and Islamic Traditions
This year all the first graders in Kian’s classroom had to answer, “What holiday does your family celebrate in the winter?” After 20 kids said, “My family celebrates Christmas.”And 3 kids said, “Hannukah”And 1 kid said “Christmas and Kwanzaa”Kian said … Continue reading 10 Ways To Celebrate The Winter Solstice Season
These books have touched my soul in a spectaular way. They’ve seen me, they’ve made me a better human, mother, wife, daughter, citizen. I whole-heartedly recommend them. 40 Rules Of Love by Elif Shafak “The Forty Rules of Love unfolds two … Continue reading My Favorite Islam Inspired Books For Women
I cherish the opportunities this season provides to talk about gratitude with my kids. The ability to be grateful fosters a healthy mind and soul. In 2019, a Journal of Happiness Studies study found that gratitude is linked to happiness in children by … Continue reading Thanksgiving And Teaching Gratitude (Shukr) To Kids
I started school as an ESL student. Then in second grade, my teachers moved me to the advanced reading group. I was terrified. Even at 8, I felt like a fraud. It didn’t help that the chapter books I was … Continue reading Top Middle-Grade Books Featuring Muslim Lead Characters From Muslim Authors
The moment I realized I needed to start Islamic education at home, Kian came home from kindergarten with Bible stories flashcards his classmate gave him. Kids his age were going to Sunday School. It was time to start a more … Continue reading Learning About Allah For Small Children
This fall my kids are going back to school 100% online. Instead of picking out new clothes and new school supplies, I’m picking out new furniture and organizational products for our in-home work spaces. THE HOME SCHOOL HAUL After completing … Continue reading Setting Up A Virtual Classroom At Home
Ramadan Kareem! Ramadan, in the era of Covid19, means new challenges to rise to. Mine includes practicing patience with my children (who are there at all waking hours), planning menus far in advance (in case groceries are scarce), and finding … Continue reading Currently Reading: The Sublime Quran Translated By Laleh Bakhtiar
