Assemblies, written to last ten minutes, that were delivered in schools to mixed-faith teenage audiences. Some can be copied verbatim, but others may need editing where they refer to current events or personal stories from the original author. Most were originally delivered accompanied by slideshows and videos.
This year Ramadan has fallen in spring. The shoots are peeping out of the ground and the blossoms are unfurling on the trees. In his poem Rising Five, Norman Nicholson said: Around him in the field, the cells of springBubbled and doubled; buds unbuttoned; shootAnd stem shook out the creases from their frills,And every tree…
Becoming young women The concept of beauty in Islam is so different to what we see around us. The famous boxer, Muhammad Ali, was quoted in a book written by his daughter, Hana Ali called, More Than A Hero: Muhammad Ali’s Life Lessons Through His Daughter’s Eyes. This was his advice to his daughter: An…
What is puberty? How does it affect girls’ physical, emotional and psychological development? What advice does Allah and the Prophet (peace be upon him) give us to help us get through this period successfully? We look at puberty and give tips from experts to help you get through this time. Puberty and physical Changes…
As we bid farewell to Ramadan and welcome the joyous celebration of Eid, it’s natural for many of us to feel a sense of longing for the spiritual highs experienced during this blessed month. The question that often arises is: How do we sustain the same level of effort and devotion we exerted during Ramadan…
This is an online educational resource for children to explore the significance of Masjid al-Aqsa and Palestine’s rich heritage. The resource is designed to provide a child-friendly perspective on the profound stories and lessons associated with Masjid al-Aqsa and its spiritual connection to revered prophets. A brief yet comprehensive history of Palestine, providing young learners…
Slides showing the history of the Holy Land, from ancient times until present time. Which prophets lived there? Which empires conquered it? Simple and clear visuals with a timeline and quiz.
Colourful and simply explained, Samia Ahmed’s PowerPoint explaining what zakat is all about! For kids 8+
Girls Age 11+ Why is it important to focus on our relationship/connection with Allah Almighty as we grow up? To *recognise* His blessings and give thanks: Allah is Our Creator and Sustainer The first reason why anyone should connect with Allah is because He is Our Creator! He is our Rabb (Caretaker, Nourisher, Sustainer). In…
A beautiful friendship: Abu Bakr Siddique (may Allah be pleased with him) and the Prophet (peace be upon him) The image that comes to mind when I think of a friendship based on love, loyalty and goodness, where love of Allah Almighty is the core and source that binds it, is the story of Abu…
Let’s think about ourselves and the company we seek The qualities we seek in a grounded and strong friendship is just as important in these formative years as much as getting to know ourselves. They are our goto when it comes to finding comfort, seeking advice, or having fun. And yet again, in Islam we…
School and friendships Our friendships are an important part of growing up. Our friendships define who we are. They can wane and wither or stay loyal and strong. No matter what stage of school you’re at, your friends will always be your companions. Senior School As we grow taller and more mature, we spend more…
For Girls age 11+ Hopes and Dreams Do you remember when you were 7 years old, and someone asked you what you wanted to be when you grow up? The first thing that jumped through your mind was: I’m going to be an inventor, or an actor, a teacher, a lawyer. What about getting your…
A presentation to support an interactive discussion with children on how to develop their connections with Allah. Download the powerpoint presentation here:
A resource for schools on how and why Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha. Download the powerpoint presentation here:
A resource for schools on how and why Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr. Download the powerpoint presentation here: