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Four Types of Learning Styles

Research shows that there are four types of learners: visual, auditory, tactile and literacy based. Even though we might be able to learn in all four ways, there is usually one type that tends to dominate over others. However, its very difficult to determine what learning type is ideal for your child as they might still be exploring them. 

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Making Reading the Quran Fun For Kids

What does reading the Quran look like to you? When I think back to my childhood, reading the Quran meant sitting in the formal room with my Quran teacher trying very hard to make strange noises for an hour, once a week. I don’t think I had much of a connection to the Quran till very far into my adult life. I want to make sure that is not the case for my daughter. I want her to have a positive and functional relationship with the Quran. But how? Below is the thought process that went behind in developing My First Quran Activity Book.

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5 Eid Gifts on Amazon Prime

 

Eid is around the corner, and if you are like me you haven’t given it a serious thought till now. More importantly, you haven’t found any meaningful gifts for your kids! Well lucky for your and me, Amazon Prime is here to save us! I have compiled a list of 5 Great Eid Gifts, that are all available on Amazon Prime for 2 day shipping!!

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Eid Party for Kids

Eid is around the corner and I know we are all scrambling to not only get our Eid decor up but also to plan the perfect party! It’s important for Eid to stand out in our kids’ memories as more than just another “dawat” or dinner.  Lucky for you, I have you covered. Below is my detailed Eid Party Plan!

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Are we OVER gifting in Ramadan?

Gifting in Ramadan Presents

As many of you may have seen through my previous posts, this year I am using an advent calendar with my daughter. There are 30 good deeds for her to complete in the calendar. Each morning we read it, during the day we complete the task and then at night she gets a present. But am I losing the true spirit of Ramadan by over gifting?

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