Ramadan is the Arabic name for the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. It’s called Ramazan in Urdu. Ramadan is considered one of the holiest months for Muslims and is marked by 30 days of fasting by billions of Muslims around the world. Fasting is considered one of the five pillars of Islam. If youContinue reading Celebrating Ramadan in School: Resources and Ideas for Parents and Teachers
Sharing Ramadan boxes full of gifts, food and drinks is a lovely tradition in Muslim families. When I was younger and lived in Pakistan, we used to receive Ramzan trays, laid with bowls of delicious cooking and covered by a cloth. They were returned, filled with food and drinks on the next day, in exchange.Continue reading Ramadan Boxes: Some Ideas to Make Them Sustainable
I used the word “ultimate” because maybe I spend all my awake hours with a five-year-old old…still this is a pretty decent list of free Ramadan printables for kids that we have been enjoying for the past few days. All you need is a printer, paper, crayons, colouring pencils and scissors to enjoy these activitiesContinue reading The Ultimate List of Free Ramadan Printables for Kids
Ramadan is coming! My childhood preps for Ramadan were waiting for the moon sighting, listening to the 99 names of Allah on TV and loving the sehris and iftari together with family! Times have changed and I want to set down some traditions for my children to get in the spirit of the month byContinue reading Ramadan Treat Bags for Kids
Sharing a list of some great causes to support this Ramadan, as they offer their services to humanity around the world. May Allah accept all our charities.Continue reading A List of Some Great Causes to Support This Ramadan
Sharing the essential do’s and don’ts of hosting an iftar along with recipe idea and tips to have a memorable evening at your house.Continue reading Hosting an Iftar: Do’s and Don’ts
Some great ramadan tips include ideas on what to eat and drink at sehri and suhoor to reduce thirst, especially in these long fasts of summer.Continue reading Ramadan Tips: How To Reduce Thirst While Fasting
Sharing tips and resources on getting ready for Ramadan. This includes not just preparing your body but also your mind as we welcome this month.Continue reading Getting Ready for Ramadan: Some Tips for Success in this Blessed Month