by DesiDoll | Islamic Calendar, Islamic Parenting
We’re into a new Hijri year! The Islamic New Year began on the 1st of Muharram (19th July). This is a time when Muslims across the globe reflect on the Blessings that Allah has bestowed upon them the previous year, as well as reflect on what they have learnt from...
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 | Islamic Calendar, Islamic Parenting
This journey is a miracle, second only to the revelation of the Qur’an! So we must learn about this, and share its significance with our children. The 27th of Rajab marks the Prophet Muhammad’s (pbuh) journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and his ascent into the...
by DesiDoll | Islamic Calendar
As Christmas approaches, we are all surrounded with stories about Prophet Isa (A.S.), many of which differ greatly with the Islamic version of events. In the UK we are engulfed by the festivities of Christmas, in the shops, on the TV, at work, and Christmas even...
by DesiDoll | Islamic Calendar, Islamic Parenting, Ramadan & Eid
Eid al-Adha is fast approaching! As well as planning our party menu or our children’s Eid presents, or hajj gifts for children it is also important to remember WHY we celebrate Eid al-Adha? Where does this tradition come from? What does it symbolise? Many people would...
by DesiDoll | Islamic Calendar, Islamic Parenting, Ramadan & Eid
Read a Ramadan book together Most of us tend to read to our children at bedtime, swap your storybook for our Ramadan book for children – the Ramadan Dua’ Sound Book. You’ll hear all the essential Dua’s for Ramadan in both Arabic and English and enjoy reading...