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Holidays, Kids Crafts

10 Ways To Celebrate The Winter Solstice Season

December 21, 2020January 5, 2021 Natasha K

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

Holidays, Islamic Parenting, Kids Crafts

Thanksgiving And Teaching Gratitude (Shukr) To Kids

November 16, 2020November 17, 2020 Natasha K

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

Holidays, Kids Crafts

[Free Printables] Black Muslim History Coloring Book

February 11, 2020September 12, 2020 Natasha K

Every February, I add a new coloring page to my Black Muslim History Month Coloring Book. If you are a history buff like me, you might enjoy my article, The Untold Stories Of Black (Muslim) History Month and if you … Continue reading [Free Printables] Black Muslim History Coloring Book

Foodie, Holidays

Irresistible Slow-Cooked Spiced Apple Cider Recipe

December 12, 2019November 21, 2020 Natasha K

The holidays can be summed up by one drink, spiced apple cider. The sweet orange essence, mixed in with apple cider, fused together with spice, gives me all the feels. This is my go-to recipe that is sure to be … Continue reading Irresistible Slow-Cooked Spiced Apple Cider Recipe

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A Lesson on Thanksgiving and Islam

November 26, 2019November 27, 2019 Natasha K

My two boys know that the holidays are coming based on the ridiculous amount of decorations that go up in our home.  Living in LA, sometimes it’s the only way to know that the seasons are changing. Both my kids … Continue reading A Lesson on Thanksgiving and Islam

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Making The Perfect Halal Turkey For Thanksgiving + Recipe

November 23, 2019November 23, 2020 Natasha K

I celebrated my first Thanksgiving in Dallas, Texas in 1987. It marked our first full year in the United States and my mother, father, and I felt blessed to share a meal with my family members who sponsored us. I … Continue reading Making The Perfect Halal Turkey For Thanksgiving + Recipe

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Must-Have Bismillah Activity Placemats For Thanksgiving

November 21, 2019September 3, 2020

Though I’m tempted to buy everything I see in Pier1 imports, I love creating homemade decorations for Thanksgiving. I like to keep the decor simple because, let’s be honest, most of the dining table will be decorated by the turkey, … Continue reading Must-Have Bismillah Activity Placemats For Thanksgiving

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5 Ways To Celebrate International Women’s Day #BalanceForBetter

March 7, 2019April 23, 2019

March 8 is International Women’s Day and this year’s theme is #BalanceForBetter. I’m striking “the balance pose” in support of gender equality. Sometimes the issues seem overwhelming, child marriage, sex trafficking, lack of women representation in government and board rooms, … Continue reading 5 Ways To Celebrate International Women’s Day #BalanceForBetter

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How I Celebrate Black Muslim History Month

February 15, 2019

February is Black History Month. It is also a time I love to reflect on the history of Black Muslim Americans. Last year, I wrote a fairly in-depth article about the history of Black Muslim Americans. Here are some of … Continue reading How I Celebrate Black Muslim History Month

Holidays, Kids Books

4 Books About Tolerance & Equality That Small Children Will Love

January 21, 2019August 1, 2020

Martin Luther King Jr. was a guiding light during my formative years. As the only brown girl for miles, I often had to choose between retaliation and peaceful protest. Dr. King’s word’s gave me enough hope to choose communication, education, … Continue reading 4 Books About Tolerance & Equality That Small Children Will Love

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