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| |  | Teaching Muslim Children about the Harms of Bullying By Umm Ahmed One-third of global youth are subjected to bullying and the instances of faith-based bullying are much higher for Muslim children. There are many nuances to understanding what constitutes bullying, how to identify red flags that indicate that your child may be a victim (or a bully!), what to do to remedy the matter, and how we all need to take responsibility for changing the culture of bullying around us. Read for more of these and other important aspects to combat bullying. |
| | | Parenting Tip Bullying can happen in many circles. But the instances of faith-based bullying against Muslims is on the rise, and that means challenges for our children. Get more details to ensure that you can assist your own family and work to reduce the threat of Islamophobia collectively. |
| |  | The Long-Term Consequences of Body Shaming By Wendy Díaz Body shaming is degrading, and it often leaves negative consequences on a child’s physical, mental, and spiritual health. Although it can be a tool or fuel for bullying behavior, body shaming is also executed across culture and the media, both online and print. In some instances, body shaming can be done by parents and relatives, and this can be even more devastating when coming from people you love. It is important that parents educate themselves about what constitutes body shaming and what are the negative long-term consequences of it. Read more for those details. |
| | | Quranic Guidance “O you who have believed, be persistently standing firm for Allah, witnesses in justice, and do not let the hatred of a people prevent you from being just. Be just; that is nearer to righteousness. And fear Allah; indeed, Allah is acquainted with what you do.”
(Quran et al-ma'idah, 5:8) |
| |  | A Look at Islamophobia through the Eyes of Muslims By Zahirah Lynn Eppard By a wide variety of measures, instances of Islamophobia are on the rise across the globe. Negative impacts from this discriminatory practice have been documented by the United Nations, the European Union, and various nongovernmental organizations worldwide. A new report published by the University of California Berkley called Islamophobia through the Eyes of Muslims: Assessing Perceptions, Experiences, and Impacts opens a lens into the extent of the problem and how individual Muslims think about and respond to it. It is a must read for all of us. |
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| | Hadith “A Muslim is one from whose tongue and hands other Muslims are safe."
(Al-Bukhari) |
| |  | Bullying Is in the Spotlight at AlRawabi School for Girls By Wendy Díaz A new Netflix series AlRawabi School for Girls takes an up-close-and-personal look at the challenges associated with bullying. The all-girls elite high school is fraught with contemporary struggles - dating, domestic violence, classism, mental health problems, alcohol abuse - and viewers get to observe the problem behavior from various perspectives. Reviewer Wendy Díaz provides a summary and suggests a family screening to prompt meaningful conversation. Read the full article here. |
| | |  | Book Review: Nusaiba and the 5th Grade Bullies By Miriam Mohamed Opening up books can be a creative way for parents to open the door to important conversations about bullying. Nusaiba and the 5th Grade Bullies by Asma Hussein is an exciting and engaging book about the challenges of Islamophobia and bullying and to model the importance of self-acceptance, confidence, standing up for one’s self, harnessing our imagination, and to focus on what matters most in life. We think this one is an excellent choice. Read the full book review here. |
| | | Interesting Facts A survey conducted by the Council of American Islamic Relations California Chapter reveals that: - 42% of Muslim parents report that their child(ren) has experienced a bullying incident within the past year.
- 53% of school children report experiencing faith-based bullying, nearly twice the national average.
- 36% of students who wear hijab report they have had their scarf offensively touched or pulled off.
- Teachers don’t always help students or sometimes act as bullies themselves.
- Only 17% of students report the bullying incident to an adult, including their parents.
Read more about these alarming statistics in Singled Out: Islamophobia in the Classroom and the Impact of Discrimination on Muslim Students |
| | | |  | Adam’s World Video: Adam Learns about the First Pillar of Islam Adam learns more about the Shahadah, the first pillar of Islam when Mama reports that one of her coworkers took their shahadah at the masjid. The Arabic letter “sheen” is showcased along with the English letter “s” for Shahadah. The video also includes a nashid by Dawud Wharsnby called Alhamdulillah, I’m a Muslim. (6:11) |
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| | NEW Adam’s World Online Courses Set the Stage for Summer Learning and Fun! Sound Vision has crafted amazing opportunities for your child to be engaged in learning about Islam and having fun while doing so. Our 2022 Summer Camp offerings bring together artists and teachers who use creative methods to expand knowledge and love of Allah from the safety and convenience of your own home. Classes target children between the ages of 4-12 and start as early as June 4 so don’t delay! Learn more and register online at https://academy.adamsworld.org/. |
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NEW Classes at your Fingertips! While our Education Production Team is working on preparing future classes, there are a number of pre-recorded sessions to fill the gap. These are top-notch offerings by our amazing host teachers that enhance understanding and love of our deen with the maximum convenience of viewing the videos at a time that works best for your family. Check out these offerings: |
|  | In this course, students will learn to be in awe of Allah's creation and by extension, learn more about the awesome Creator Himself! Srs. Inas and Amira have teamed up to bring you seven classes that focus on animals mentioned in the Quran. In each session, there will be details about an amazing creature, lessons in Arabic vocabulary, a focus on a beautiful name of Allah, supplemental worksheets, and an art project. Our hosts will use the same methods that students already love - songs, stories, mind maps, and more! For more details or to register online, visit Adam's World Academy. |
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 | In this course, students will learn about the significant contributions that have been made by Muslim men and women scientists and teachers. Srs. Inas and Amira will host seven classes about inventions that change the world. There will be details about the inventor, the region where the invention took place, how we are still using these innovations today, and an amazing art project connected to the lesson. There is a lot to learn here (for parents, too)! For more details or to register online, visit Adam's World Academy. |
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|  | In this course, students will get a glimpse and learn to appreciate the incredible diversity of the Muslim ummah. Sr. Huda will be taking students on a journey around the globe to visit six different Muslim countries. She will be focusing on the geography, clothing and food from the region, local customs, and famous landmarks. Included in each journey will also be a cooking demonstration of one of the country's favorite dishes. What a perfectly delicious way for families to learn about Muslims around the world! For more details or to register online, visit Adam's World Academy. |
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For more details or to register online, visit Adam's World Academy. |
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Our Sound Vision team is in need of assistance on many fronts! When we combine our skills and creative energy there is an amazing amount of work we can accomplish! We have lots of projects in the works and specifically need help with: - Writing articles for our parenting newsletter
- Boosting our presence on social media
- Expanding outreach efforts to attract new students for our online classes
- Reviewing scripts for new Adam’s World videos
- And more!
If you are interested in joining the effort, send your resume and a brief cover letter that identifies your interests and availability to: zahirah@soundvision.com |
| |  | 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. |
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