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| |  | Teen Challenges in a Social Media World By Wendy Díaz A common mistake parents make is comparing their experiences growing up to what their children are going through now. Not only are we living in a different time, but it seems like we are in another world altogether. Most of our children were born in the new millennium where technological advances abound. Nowadays, adolescent life revolves around social media. Helping our children make better decisions about their social media usage will hopefully help them steer clear of its harms, now and into adulthood. |
| | | Parenting Tip All of us need to deal with conflict in the normal course of our daily lives. Bullying takes conflict to a new place and Muslim children of all ages have the misfortune of being targets today. Learn what constitutes bullying and what you as a parent can do about it. |
| |  | What Parents Need to Know about Cyberbullying By Miriam Mohamed Increased use of technology does not come without risks. Youth can use electronic media to embarrass, harass, or threaten their peers. Increasing numbers of adolescents are becoming victims of this form of violence which is better known as cyberbullying. Parents need more details to be able to identify when their children are either victims or perpetrators. |
| | | Inspiration “No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.” – Eleanor Roosevelt, First Lady of the United States from 1933-1945 |
| |  | What Should I Do If I Find Out My Child Is Being Bullied? By Summayya Khan Bullying in schools, school buses, extracurricular programs, playgrounds, or even the workplace (if you have a teen) can happen to any child. It can take many forms ranging from hitting, shoving, name-calling, threats, and mocking to extorting money and possessions. Many times, children suffer in silence, attempting to hide the signs of their distress. Parents need to know what to look for, how to approach the matter if they suspect bullying is taking place, and the steps to take to stop the behavior. |
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| | Islamic Guidance “A Muslim is one from whose tongue and hands other Muslims are safe." (Al-Bukhari) |
| |  | Self-Bullying and Its Effect on Our Kids By Laura El Alam For some people, a steady stream of self-criticism dominates their inner dialogue. Their negative thoughts might be so pervasive that they barely notice them anymore. They might be convinced that they deserve the unkind thoughts that pop into their head. But we are not the only ones who suffer when we bully ourselves. Our children are observing us, and our unhealthy behavior can harm them, too. Learn more about turning the negative messaging into healthy self-talk and being a better role model for your children. |
| | |  | Book Review: Nusaiba and the 5th Grade Bullies By Miriam Mohamed Nusaiba and the 5th Grade Bullies by Asma Hussein is an exciting and engaging book about the challenges of Islamophobia and bullying. The story focuses on the importance of self-acceptance, confidence, standing up for one’s self, harnessing our imagination, and on what matters most in life. Opening up books can be a creative way for parents to open the door to important conversations about bullying. This one comes highly recommended. |
| | | Interesting Facts American Muslim children are increasingly experiencing identity-based bullying and harassment. A report by the Council of American Islamic Relations on bullying of Muslim students in California found that: - 57% of Muslim students interviewed reported seeing offensive statements by other students about Muslims on social media.
- 26% reported being victims of cyberbullying due to their faith.
- 53% reported witnessing or experiencing being verbally bullied for being Muslim.
- 19% report being physically harmed or harassed for being Muslim.
- 19% report seeing other students being physically harmed or harassed for being Muslim.
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| | | |  | Adam’s World Video - Adam & Aneesah Learn to Play Together Make-believe is a fun game for everyone. When Adam and Aneesah use their imaginations to play together (or not!), Mama comes to the rescue with some good advice. The Arabic letter “Saud” is featured for sadaqah and the English letter “C” for charity. A beautiful nasheed by Dawud Wharnsby called “Just as Different” complements the lesson. (7:03) |
| | | NEW LIVE online classes start soon. Check out the details. |
|  | ☪️ Developing the Best Character 🔎 Stories, games, art and cooking projects, Arabic vocabulary, and more! 🗓️ 8-wk semester begins Mon., Oct. 16 ⏰ Classes 5:30-6pm EDT, Mondays thru Fridays Visit Academy.AdamsWorld.org for details and online registration. |
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 | ☪️ Foundations of Faith 🔎 Engaging instruction, discussions, online games, art projects, and more! 🗓️ 8-wk semester begins Sat., Oct. 14 ⏰ Classes 12N-1:30pm EDT, Saturdays Visit Academy.AdamsWorld.org for details and online registration. |
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| |  | 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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