Check out these Hajj and Eid Al Adha videos to watch with your kids! 1. Nusa & Rara (English Caption Available) 2. 7 things you don’t know about the Muslim Pilgrimage – BBC News 3. 6 Pillars of Hajj with Omar & Hana 4. Zamzam, the Kaaba and Hajj 5. Maryam & Fatima Teach Us About
[ Read More ]Guest post by Stephanie from kitabkids The rituals and traditions of Hajj are rich and complex. Rather than being overwhelming, I have always found this has made the task of sharing the Hajj story with my children an absolute delight. No matter how many crafts we do, how many parts of the ritual I explain,
[ Read More ]Looking for some activities to introduce the story behind Eid Al Adha and Hajj to your kids? This time our team have created a special collection of printable illustrations you can print at home. Download it here.
[ Read More ]Who: The Muslimah Guide What: Activities for kids Features: STEM learning for kids STEM activities are hands on and get kids creative juice flowing. These hajj inspired STEM challenge activities will get your kids thinking, observing, creating, exploring and most importantly learning. More information here – The Muslimah Guide
[ Read More ]Who: Aysenur Gunes (Author) What: Activity Book that introduces Makkah and Madinah Features: Over 60 stickers and other activities A fantastic way to introduce kids to the wonders of the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah. It includes stickers, colouring, puzzles and much more. More information here – Amazon or Book Depository (international shipping)
[ Read More ]Who: Sara Amanulla What: Good deeds for young children Features: Free printables This activity consists of ten simple good deeds – based on the Sunnah of the Prophet (SAW) – that parents and their kids can do together during the blessed 10 days of Dhul-Hijjah. Includes cute and colourful ‘good deed’ cards to put up as a visual
[ Read More ]Who: Hello Holy Days What: Activity Calendar Features: Ideas and instructions In the 9 holy days preceding Eid al Adha create an activity calendar for kids to help them acknowledge the holy days and build up anticipation for Eid. More information here – Hello Holy Days
[ Read More ]Who: Sana Munshey What: Picture book Features: Hardcover, 32 pages Discover the joys of ‘Umrah when a brother and sister travel with their parents to the city of Mecca and perform this sacred ritual for the very first time. Includes a poster and paper dolls to enact performing ‘Umrah! More information here – Kube Publishing
[ Read More ]Who: Elizabeth Lymer What: Interactive nursery rhyme book Features: Rhymes with accompanying YouTube videos Hajj Harmonies takes children on a melodious journey through the pillars of the great Muslim pilgrimage. It provides simple, faceless drawings for colouring. The rhymes can be enjoyed as interactive singing by younger children, to learn about Hajj rituals in a fun, memorable way.
[ Read More ]It’s that special time of the year where Muslims embark on a once in a lifetime journey. Get ready to keep the Hajj spirit alive in the blessed days of Dhul Hijjah. Here are 10 fun ways to help make learning easy: 1. Get Crafting Why not create a storyboard/diorama to get the children visualising steps to complete
[ Read More ]Who: Zayneb Abdullatif What: Treasure Hunt Hajj Game for the Kids Features: Educational Fun Game Get your children to appreciate and learn about Hajj in this awesome treasure hunt game! Build the excitement by letting the children help prepare all props. A group activity for children aged 5+. More information here – Zed&Q
[ Read More ]Who: Zain Bhikha What: Nasheed Features: Hajj related nasheed A beautiful, moving Nasheed by Zain Bhikha taking us through the Land of Revelation. More information here – Zain Bhikha
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