It breaks my heart when I hear or feel Ramadan pass by like any other month. I grew up with Ramadan always coming around the time of exams and busy days. As I grew and had a family, this only […]
Ramadan Cheat & Prep Sheet
DIY Countdown blocks
I’m all about things that are hands-on for children. I grew up in a family of engineers so everything in our household was made to order! These DIY Countdown blocks are sure to please, they were such a hit last […]
DIY Tarboosh & Fez Hat
A few weeks ago, my son had “green hat day” at school, it was a day to celebrate green hats and use them as a learning tool. They compared hat shapes, sizes, shades. This was around St. Patricks day, hence […]
Israa & Miraj Activity
Isra and Miraj can be a difficult event to explain to children because there is so many parts of it that are beyond the understanding of children. I try to steer away from using the words ‘magical’ with my children […]
Ramadan Reminder Cards
Ramadan is right around the corner! Advent calendars are all the rage because they are fun and they work! We love using making our own Ramadan advent calendars because they excite the children, create a Ramadan atmosphere, and help us […]
DIY Ramadan Cupcake Toppers and Chocolate Decorations!
DIY Ramadan Cupcake Toppers and Chocolate decorations! It’s that time of year again, when I whip out some of my favorite techniques into fun Ramadan ideas! Today’s idea was inspired by many posts I see online that use hot glue […]
Winter FestivitEIDs
As the winter quickly approaches, the holiday season is all around us. I vividly remember this time of year from my childhood, I remember feeling so excited by the decorations, the crafts, and the yummy snacks at school. Yet a […]
Alhamdulillah-Giving… an Islamic Twist Thanksgiving
Assalamulaykum All! This time of the year always seems so festive, regardless of whether or not you choose to celebrate. Although, I personally do not like to celebrate any holiday other than our two Eids (Eid Al Fitr and Adha), […]
Happy Islamic New Year!
Happy Islamic New Year to everyone! Since my kids have grown a little older now, I am trying to help them understand the concept of the lunar calendar and how all of our Islamic festivities and occasions fall with this […]
Eid Ul-Adha Festivities
Exciting children for Eid can be daunting at times…honestly! There’s a sea of ideas out all over the internet. Every year, I plan on making a huge Eid Party and always get started with making treat bags and by the […]
