Pepper and Pine: An Inspiring Resource for Muslim Educators

By Laura El Alam

Muslim educators who are looking for ways to encourage a love of Islam while teaching subjects like Geometry, Physics, History, Geography, Art, and more will cherish the resources offered by Pepper and Pine. Created by veteran homeschooler, artist, and public speaker Hana Khatib, Pepper and Pine is a self-proclaimed “treasure trove of inspiration and tutorials for homeschooling.” These lesson plans can be easily adapted to the classroom.

 

 Parenting Tip

Muslim educators influence our children in many settings. They teach in Islamic schools, in public and private classrooms, and they are parents who are teaching their children at home. They need top-notch teaching tools in every setting.

 

Prophet Muhammad: Lessons from the Best Teacher

By Hernán Guadalupe

Being an educator is one of the most invigorating and rewarding professions. Knowing that you can make a difference in the life of a person is one of the greatest acts of charity one can perform as a Muslim and as a human being. Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, was not only a Messenger and Prophet, but a teacher and cultivator of human character and intelligence. His Sunnah is full of lessons about the benefits of teaching and we can learn a great deal from them.

 

Inspiration

"Teachers have three loves: love of learning, love of learners, and the love of bringing the first two loves together." 

– Scott Hayden, Canadian educator and author

 

Eliminating Bias: Honoring the Unique Needs of Every Student

By Wendy Díaz

From the very first day of school, teachers often make initial observations of their students as they enter the classroom. These initial impressions are part of the normal teacher-student interaction. In some cases, however, teachers may unknowingly harbor biases when assessing their students, basing their judgments on factors such as appearance, race, or ethnicity. Learn more about recognizing and addressing these preconceived biases in order to foster an equitable and inclusive educational environment.

 

Prophetic Guidance

The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:

“The best of what a man leaves behind are three: a righteous child who supplicates for him, ongoing charity the reward of which reaches him, and knowledge that is acted upon after him.” 

(Sunan Ibn Majah)

 

Drawing Inspiration from Influential Muslim Women Scholars

​​By Umm Ahmed

History teaches us to study about certain people, cultures and places, but not all! Such is the case when it comes to Muslim scholars who are women. This is perhaps one of the reasons why our generations are often unaware of the contributions made by Muslim women and why our girls rarely look to this area when charting their futures. In this article, writer Umm Ahmed highlights the remarkable talents of six influential Muslim women who served as great scholars in the advent of Islam.

 

Helpful Tips

Here are 7 ideas to make the Prophet Muhammad come alive for your children:

  1. Travel with the Prophet
  2. Wake with the Prophet
  3. Organize storytelling night
  4. Sleep like him
  5. Eat like him
  6. Pray with the Prophet
  7. Play like the Prophet

Get more details from the full article 7 ideas to make the Prophet Muhammad come alive for your children


And stay tuned for our next 5-week semester of our online Adam’s World Club children's classes called Sunnahs for Daily Living. Classes start Jan. 13, 2025. See more details at Adam's World Academy.

 

6 Ways Parents Can Teach Their Children to Respect Teachers

By Amanda Hasan

Being a teacher is a challenging and demanding profession. It requires significant effort and dedication for teachers to prepare lessons and meet the needs of their students on a regular basis. Teachers have a profound impact on students by serving as mentors and supporters in their daily lives. When parents instill respect for teachers in their children, it fosters a more harmonious classroom atmosphere. Here are six ways parents can teach their children to respect their teachers.

 

Online Resources

The Clear Quran Tafsir is a Great Resource for the Entire Family - The Quran is a Divine guidebook for every Muslim and this tafsir should be part of every family’s Islamic toolbox. 

Book Review: Reflecting on the Names of Allah - This is an amazing resource by Ustadha Dr. Jinan Yousef provides a comprehensive reflection on Allah’s most beautiful names.

Five Resources that Inspired me to Love Islam - Muslim Home writer Laura El Alam showcases five particular works that inspired her to convert to Islam. They make great resources for all of us. 

Reading Challenge: Centering Muslim Characters - This reading challenge focuses on a collection of 45 books and the Muslim characters that live large within them.

 

Adam's World Videos: Lost at MuslimFest

JUST RELEASED! The entire family was excited about attending MuslimFest this year. It’s the biggest Muslim arts festival in North America! But the excitement turned to panic when Aneesah suddenly turned up missing. The Arabic letter “Saud” for Sadaqah and the English letter “C” for Charity are featured. A beautiful nasheed by Dawud Wharnsby called Piles of Smiles is a nice addition. (14:07)

Adam’s World videos are a great resource for use at home and in the classroom. The Adam’s World App makes hundreds of classic and new offerings easily accessible 24/7. Check them out today with a FREE one-month subscription and bring Islamic guidance to daily living in an educational and FUN way.

 

Let internationally-acclaimed storyteller Sarai Ruth take your family on a whimsical journey. Use coupon code MHfriend and enjoy this inspiring FREE GIFT from Muslim Home!

 
 

The Sound Vision Foundation has been a trusted source of Islamic knowledge for more than 35 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.

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