As Muslim mothers, one of our greatest responsibilities is to nurture and instill a strong Muslim identity in our children.
This task may seem challenging, but with the right tools and strategies, we can guide our little ones to embrace their faith with love and confidence. In this blog post, in collaboration with our Islam inspired toys, we will explore valuable tips and strategies to help in Islamic parenting, and nurture a strong Muslim identity in your children through play and education.
Introduce Islamic Values through Play with Islamic Toys:
To nurture a strong Muslim identity, it’s essential to introduce Islamic values to your children from an early age. Incorporate toys and games that teach and reinforce these values. Look for toys that encourage kindness, generosity, honesty, and empathy. Islamic-themed puzzles, board games, and building blocks can be excellent tools to make learning enjoyable and interactive.
We have a cute collection of dolls that are designed to encourage the understanding of our faith, and show that all kids just like to have fun! The My Little Muslim Friends inclusive dolls allow children to learn about each other in a fun way. Each has their own favourites, including song, pudding, activites, and more! There are eight to collect.
Provide Resources Accessibly with Islamic Books:
Ensure that your children have easy access to age-appropriate Islamic resources. Consider creating a dedicated corner in your home filled with Islamic books and toys. By making these resources readily available, you encourage curiosity and foster a love for learning about Islam.
Two books you’ll want to add to your collection are the Don’t Forget to Say Bismillah book and the 99 Names of Allah Sound Book.
The Don’t Forget to Say Bismillah Book is a delightful story about a young Muslim family and how they use Islamic phrases in their daily life. As children read the book they will love to press the sound panel to hear the correct Arabic pronunciation of the Islamic phrases that they come across in the story.
The 99 Names of Allah is a beautifully illustrated sound book and has been specially designed to help children and adults, alike, memorise, understand, act upon and make dua’ using the beautiful names of Allah.
Celebrate Islamic Festivals with Joy and Meaning
Make Islamic festivals, such as Ramadan and Eid, memorable and meaningful for your children. Engage them in age-appropriate activities like decorating the house, preparing traditional food, and engaging in charitable acts. Use toys and crafts that represent Islamic symbols and traditions to create a festive atmosphere and reinforce the significance of these special occasions.
For those of you thinking about Ramadan, you’ll definitely want to get your hands on our fabric Ramadan Calendar and Ramadan Dua’ Book. Both are essential for making Ramadan special and meaningful. The Ramadan Countdown Calendar especially engages children in Ramadan, and shows how many days until Eid, with pockets for treats, notes, trivia, and more.
Encourage Role Play and Dress-Up:
Children love to engage in imaginative play and role-playing activities. Encourage them to dress up as scholars, or notable figures from Islamic history. Provide them with costumes and props that represent these characters, allowing them to learn and embody Islamic virtues through play. This helps them develop a sense of pride in their faith and a deeper understanding of their heritage.
Use dolls to talk about hijab and modesty.
All our Desi Doll Company dolls have removable hijabs, making it a fun and interactive conversation to have with children.
Emphasise Islamic Stories and Teachings:
Share captivating Islamic stories with your children to inspire their imagination and nurture their Muslim identity. Incorporate interactive toys or puppets to make the storytelling experience even more engaging and memorable.
Use our Arabic Alphabet Play Mat to host imaginary play sessions Some have made hideout from them and some have created a cosy corner with fairy lights and pillows with the Mat.
