10 Simple Plans for Eid

By Zahirah Lynn Eppard

Eid is a very special time of year for Muslims and their families. Planning ahead can help ensure that the day of Eid is as stress-free as possible. Here are ten tips to think about in advance. From getting everyone involved, to rehearsing the takbeer, to planning for family play time, these suggestions can help you craft meaningful and enjoyable plans for Eid, inshaAllah, God willing.

8 Eid Day Celebrations Mood Boosters

By Samana Siddiqui

It’s amazing how Eid day celebrations can go from exciting to exacerbating in just seconds. All it takes is for just one person to react angrily or decide to sulk for the rest of the day and the whole atmosphere can be ruined. While we can’t change a person’s temperament or bad habits in a day, we can try to plan ahead to avoid those things or situations which set them off. Here are eight ways to keep everyone in good spirits this year.

Think Outside the Box When Choosing Eid Gifts

By Laura El Alam

Does shopping for meaningful Eid gifts seem harder than ever? Materialism is a pervasive problem in modern society and many of us already have more stuff than we actually need. It’s time to give some deeper thought to our Eid gifts. There are some alternative choices to consider for your loved ones like subscriptions, gifts of your time, homemade crafts, and relief from chores, to name a few. Check out more details for each suggestion in the full article.

Book Review: Anthology Features 15 Amazing Stories about Eid and So Much More!

By Zahirah Lynn Eppard

We are blessed to have some amazing Muslimah writers on the scene, penning stories about Muslim children. That is evident in a big way in a recent release entitled Once Upon an Eid: Stories of Hope and Joy by 15 Muslim Voices. The collection is edited by popular authors S.K. Ali and Aisha Saeed and dishes up the experiences of Muslim boys and girls of various ages from all corners of the world, from different backgrounds, family compositions, and cultures. The 15 stories are quick reads, and the casual yet consistent reinforcement of familiar Islamic concepts and symbolism makes for a good story time or bedtime read for children of all ages.

Online Resources

Festive Eid Dishes from Around the World - This article provides a lovely array of traditional favorites that are served on Eid day around the world.

5 Guidelines for the Distribution of Zakat Funds - Read about the details to ensure your Zakat is properly applied.

A sample letter for Eid mubarak requesting a class presentation on Eid ul-Fitr - Our holidays provide a wonderful opportunity to share the beauty of our religion with non-Muslim fmaily, friends, colleagues, and neighbors. Consider making a presentation in your child’s school.

Eid & The New Muslim – Ways to Make The Day Special - When brothers and sisters convert to Islam, there can be a feeling of lonliness and isolation. Reach out to help them celebrate the holiday with their large Muslim extended family!

Adam's World Video: Off to Eid Prayer We Go!

Eid Day didn't start out as planned. See how Adam and his family put on their "problem-solving hats" to tackle the challenges and make new plans. The Arabic letter “Ayn” and the English letter “E” for Eid-ul-Fitr are featured. The episode also includes a nasheed by Ilyas Mao called “Eid”. (7:36)

The Sound Vision Foundation has been a trusted source of Islamic knowledge for more than 30 years. Our work with the world-renowned puppets Adam and Aneesah pioneered creative programming for Muslim children, encouraging them to learn about and love their religion. We continue to bring sound content and engaging programs that stimulate minds, touch hearts, and strive to fulfill our mission of raising better Muslims, better neighbors, and better citizens. This latest effort is designed to support and empower Muslim parents to do the same.