by DesiDoll | Educational Advice
As Muslims, we all know the importance of the Salah (prayer). It is the first thing that we will be brought to account for in front of Allah (swt), and is the most important pillar of Islam after the Shahadah. As such, it is so important that we encourage our children...
by DesiDoll | Islamic Calendar, Islamic Parenting, Ramadan & Eid
Although all parts of Ramadan are full of immense blessings and reward, it is the last ten days that hold a significantly special status as mentioned in the Quran and Hadith. In light of this, it is imperative that we strive to increase our worship and devotion. Since...
by DesiDoll | Educational Advice
Being able to read is a Blessing; and being able to teach reading is an even greater Blessing. To read is a skill that everyone needs and uses throughout their lives. It opens up endless learning opportunities, as well as giving children confidence, widening their...
by DesiDoll | Islamic Calendar, Islamic Parenting
The blessed month of Shaban, (the month before Ramadan) begins on Friday 28th April 2017. There is no doubt that every moment spent in submission to Allah سبحانه و تعالى is meaningful and special, but there are some days, nights and months which have their own...
by DesiDoll | Educational Advice
Phonics is the primary method that children are taught to read in the U.K. Learning phonics has become a fundamental part of the Primary school curriculum, by helping children to recognise the sounds (phonemes) in a word, and enable them to read and spell correctly....