Can Kids Read Too Much?
What happens when your kids do too much of what you want them to do? J. Samia Mair discusses getting balance in their lives.
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Planning Your Ibadah Schedule for Ramadan
Ramadan is the most blessed month of the year for Muslims—a time devoted to worship (ibadah) and the Qur’an. J. Samia Mair gives some tips on planning your ibadah schedule.
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Homeschooling: Cautionary Tales
Now that you decided that you want to homeschool and you have started, what’s next? In Part III of this four part series, J. Samia Mair discusses some of the things to look out for in your homeschool adventure.
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Umm Salamah: The First Muslimah Peacemaker
Women have a rich history in Islam as scholars, warriors, benefactors, business leaders, mothers, and more. J. Samia Mair discusses the special role of the Prophet’s (saas) wife Umm Salamah (ra).
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Homeschooling: Where to Begin?
Now that you decided that you want to homeschool, what’s next? In Part II of this four part series, J. Samia Mair discusses how to get started on your homeschool adventure.
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Protect Yourself with Knowledge
Knowledge of our deen is essential not only in order to obey Allah (swt), but also to protect us in this world. J. Samia Mair discusses how knowledge of the deen protects us in our worldly life and in our pursuit of the Hereafter.
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Homeschooling: Should I Do It?
Many parents consider at some time or another if they should homeschool their child. In Part I of this four part series, J. Samia Mair discusses some of the factors that come into play when making that decision.
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Learning About the Jinn – Do’s and Don’ts
It is an obligation of our deen to believe in the jinn as they are mentioned in the Qur’an. But we should be careful not to exceed the limits of our inquiry. J. Samia Mair discusses some of the do’s and don’ts about learning about jinns
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Instilling the Love of Books in Your Dyslexic Child
Dyslexia is considered by many to be an alternative way of processing information, not a disability. And although reading can present some challenges, dyslexic children can still love to read. J. Samia Mair discusses how her family dealt with dyslexia.
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Why Dads should Read to Kids at Night
Reading to your kids is recommended. Fathers reading to their kids on a regular basis is even better. J. Samia Mair discusses why!
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