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
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
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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
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
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
Find Inspiration I first learned about graham cracker mosques from my Ramadan Crafts Facebook group. But they were mostly kids crafts. I wanted to create something elegant for the adult crafter. So I searched the web for inspiration. I came … Continue reading Making A Festive and Delectable Graham Cracker Mosque
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
While I was perusing through the aisles of Michaels (aka my happy place), I stumbled upon this $6 find, Creatology’s Give Thanks Wood Craft Kit. Which is currently on clearance for $3! I thought it was the perfect base for … Continue reading How I Remixed Michael’s Harvest Craft For Kids
If you read my How To Throw A Backyard Eid-al-Adha Celebration, you know I love boho crescent moon dreamcatchers. All of the items are pretty easy to find at Michaels! Since I wanted to stick to the offwhite/gold color family, … Continue reading How To: Crescent Moon Dream Catcher For Eid Decor
One of my earliest memories is from Eid-al-Adha. I was 3 years old in Chittagong, Bangladesh. Many people had gathered on my family’s property for the ritual Eid-ul-Adha livestock sacrifice. I remember running into the crowd and peeping out from … Continue reading 3 Eid-al-Adha Traditions To Start With Your Family
