| |  | | |  | An Assist for Busy Mothers during Ramadan By Melissa Barreto We all recognize the blessings of this month, its miracles and its rewards, Alhamdulilah. Yet it’s also important to recognize that for mothers working inside and outside of the home, the added activity and expectations can often feel more like a blur than a magical time of year. There is still time to rally and find support for busy mothers during Ramadan with a bit of insight, solid resources, and due diligence. Here are some tips for the very busy mom. | | | | | | Parenting Tip In our second week of Ramadan, it is time to take an assessment of what is going right and what still needs work. Stay flexible and make adjustments to schedules, activities, and expectations. And be sure to keep the needs of every family member in mind for the best possible outcomes! | | | |  | Powerful Dua of Parents for Their Children By Wendy Díaz According to Quranic guidance and the teachings of our beloved Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, our dua or supplication transcends the test of time, generations, and life’s greatest trials. We should never feel shy or ashamed to turn to Allah, even when things seem hopeless. Ramadan is a very special time for making dua and here are some powerful duas that parents can and should make for their children constantly. | | | | | | Prophetic Guidance Abu Hurayrah, Allah be pleased with him, reported that the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said: “Every action a son of Adam does shall be multiplied—a good action by ten times its value, up to 700 times. Allah says: With the exception of fasting, which belongs to Me, and I reward it accordingly. For, one abandons his desire and food for My sake.” (Sunan an-Nasa’i) | | | |  | The Physical Benefits of Salah: More Than Just a Form of Worship By Umm Ahmed Muslims all around the world consider salah, our five daily prayers, to be a foundational pillar of our faith and an integral act of worship that reaps magnanimous rewards in the form of Allah's mercy and blessings. Though we offer salah out of religious obligation and understand the spiritual aspect of it, we often tend to overlook the physical benefits of prayer. Learn more about the overall positive health impacts and how there are specific physical benefits from each posture in our daily prayers. | | | | | | | | Inspiration “It’s not through your abilities that you accomplish anything. It’s through your sincerity to God, your principles, and your genuine compassion for others that ordinary things about you transform into something extraordinary.” Asmaa Hussein, author and public speaker | | | |  | Reduce Waste of All Kinds this Ramadan By Zahriah Lynn eppard While Ramadan should be seen as a month of moderation, a look at food waste suggests otherwise. According to EcoMena, a not-for-profit group that raises environmental awareness in the Middle East, about one-fifth of the food purchased or prepared during Ramadan ends up in the waste bin. That practice does not live up to Allah’s commands or to our responsibilities as vicegerents or protectors of the planet. Here are some suggestions about how you can reduce waste of all kinds - food, water, and energy - during this blessed month. | | | | | |  | Our Very Best Chocolate Chip Cookies If you like fresh baked cookies, then wait until you taste our very best chocolate chip cookies ever! Everyone needs a good cookie recipe in their collection. The great thing about cooking or baking is being able to put your own spin on it. We have worked on this American classic, made a couple of our own tweaks, and crafted a recipe that comes out perfect every time. They are sweet, chewy or crispy, buttery, and irresistible! Make this a special treat for your family in Ramadan. | | | | | |  | Book Review: In Ramadan: Filled with Learning and Reflection By Miriam Mohamed In Ramadan by Mariam Popal Hama is a lovely book to share with young children to help introduce the many important character traits that Ramadan and fasting help to build. From piety, discipline, and other acts of worship, teaching our little ones that Ramadan is more than abstaining from food is a sure way to promote reflection about Allah and His creation. Read the entire review here. | | | | | | | | | |  | Adam’s World Video: A Very Giving Ramadan Adam and his little sister Aneesah are motivated after seeing a family asking for money at the masjid to find ways to help others in need during the blessed month. They “rustle up some grub”, knit booties, and spearhead an idea for the local community to give more, too. The Arabic letter “meem” is showcased in the word masjid, accompanied by the English letter “m” for mosque. (5:49) | | | | | | | | Sound Vision has BIG plans for your children this Ramadan! | |  | During the entire month of Ramadan, creative hosts will engage students with games, stories, songs, art and movement activities, cooking demonstrations, and more! Keep your children busy and inspired to learn to love Allah and be proud to follow His guidance. Our Race4Rewards online children’s classes will target two different age groups: Adam’s World Club classes are designed for children ages 4-7. Live online classes will take place Monday-Friday from 6-6:30pm EDT. Visit Academy.AdamsWorld.org for more details and to register online. Colors of Islam Club classes are designed children ages 8-12. Live online classes will take place on Saturday and Sunday from 12-1:30pm EDT. Visit Academy.AdamsWorld.org for more details and to register online. | | | |  | | | 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. | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
