|  | |  | Exploring the World through Repetition By Zahirah Lynn Eppard Children quite naturally engage in repetitive behavior. While parents may routinely observe these behaviors in everyday activities, it is important to understand how critical they are to healthy human development. Find out more about eight types of schematic play and how you can support the learning that takes place from these activities. |
| | | Parenting Tip Children are like sponges – they soak up information about the world around them every waking minute. That means early learning experiences are invaluable and can have a lifelong impact. |
| |  | Reinforcing Good Hygiene Practices from an Early Age By Umm Ahmed It is never too early to instill good hygiene practices. Firstly, because it is deemed essentially as half of our faith by the Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him. Additionally, because it helps preserve our health and protect us and others around us from the spread of infections causing potential illnesses and health problems. Writer Umm Ahmed encourages parents to teach their children the importance of hygiene by modeling good practices and concentrating on four areas: - Taking care of our bodies
- Attending to toilet
- Limiting the spread of germs
- Keeping the environment clean
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| | | Inspiration “For a small child there is no division between playing and learning; between the things he or she does ‘just for fun’ and things that are ‘educational.’ The child learns while living and any part of living that is enjoyable is also play.” – Penelope Leach, British psychologist, researcher and writer on parenting issues |
| |  | Beyond Scribbles: Benefits of Cultivating a Child's Creativity By Fatima Khan Many parents turn to arts and craft activities for their children because they are fun and enjoyable. But there are even more reasons to cultivate creativity from an early age that can have lasting positive impacts on their physical and mental development. Learn more about six different creative skills that can be cultivated regardless of artistic “talents.” |
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| | Islamic Guidance "Anas ibn Malik, may Allah be pleased with him, narrated: “I never saw anyone who was more compassionate towards children than Allah’s Messenger, peace and blessings be upon him. His son Ibrahim was in the care of a wet nurse in the hills around Madinah. He would go there, and we would go with him, and he would enter the house, pick up his son and kiss him, then come back.” (Muslim) |
| |  | Get Your Kids Moving: The Benefits of Physical Activity By Melissa Barreto As soon as they’re aware of their bodies, children are actively trying to move them. When they’re babies and toddlers, we fuel them with tools and toys that encourage their movement while we clap and cheer them along. But later when they reach school-age, we give them new rules: Don’t run. Don’t jump. Don’t touch. Sit Still. The children and their need for movement didn’t change. Find out more about the science and suggestions for how to keep them active. |
| | | Play is a primary vehicle for learning. Especially for young children, it creates opportunities for self-discovery, nurtures social connections, provides space to explore new ideas, helps to develop imagination, and solidifies speaking and listening skills. There are five elements that are necessary for play to be play. - Children make their own decisions.
- Children are intrinsically motivated.
- Children become immersed in the moment.
- Play is spontaneous, not scripted.
- Play is enjoyable.
Learn more in the full article Recognizing the Importance of Play. |
| |  | Puzzles: Piecing Together Important Lessons By Zahirah Lynn Eppard There are many tools for building creativity that keep children engaged and also entertained. Puzzles come in all shapes and sizes and are a great choice for family fun. Research shows that puzzles are also educational, building physical, social, and cognitive skills that are valuable in all aspects of daily life. What could be better than learning while you are also having fun! Check out various types of puzzles for children of all ages and learn more about the skills that are being developed along the way. |
| | | Online Resources The Importance of Reading to Your Children - Setting the stage for a lifelong love of reading starts way before learning the alphabet. Crayons Matter, Too! - There are messages that speak loudly in the materials and resources that we place in front of our children. Learn why crayons matter, too. The Good Toy Guide - Child development expert Dr. Amanda Gummer founded this resource to provide an independent, expert accreditation service for children’s products for both parents and educators. Online Islamic Learning Platforms for Muslim Kids - This is a nice resource that identifies online learning platforms for Muslim kids of all ages. |
| |  | Adam's World Videos: Adam Learns about Germs Adam has a bad cold. When he spreads the virus to Aneesah and Mama, it is a good time for a lesson in preventing the spread of germs. The Arabic letter “Tau” for Taharah and the English letter “P” for Purity are showcased. A nasheed by Ilyass Mao called Germs connects to the lesson. (10min) |
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| | | | |  | 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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