Posts filed under: Parenting

10 Activities to Do at Home This Summer

By: Mona Ismaeil Like most Canadians, you probably had big plans for the summer. With school out, and the weather looking gorgeous you likely had a whole bucket list of things... Read More

The Importance of Listening to Your Children

Being a parent means you’ve got a really important role to play in helping kids understand their feelings and behavior. Children need to be shown how to manage their feelings... Read More

Fun and Frugal Summer Activities for Kids

By Sadaf Afshan   ‘Mom, I’m bored!’ You must have been  hearing these words ever since self isolation due to the Covid 19 pandemic began. If you are running out... Read More

Review of SEED Muslim Kids Ultimate Virtual Summer Camp 2020

Online or virtual learning has become the norm during the Covid 19 pandemic. Our children are adjusting to the new norm of learning, interacting and socializing online. Their learning is... Read More

Facebook Groups for Muslims in Canada

Online networking has been made convenient and accessible through Facebook groups. Here are a few groups for Muslims in Canada to interact with each other and build connections: 1. Build... Read More

Islamic Toys and Books – Eid Gifts for Children from Canada

by Erum Zehra Eid is a time for celebration, joy and exchanging gifts. No one looks forward to Eid more than children, as they receive gifts from their families and... Read More

Ramadan – My First Fast (Story about Ramadan)

By Anita Rathod I grew up in a country that’s one of the most culturally and religiously diverse nations in the world. As a child, I participated in various festivities,... Read More

Don’t Teach Your Kids About Stranger Danger

By Farrah Marfatia I have fond memories of the fabric shop that my parents owned in Chinatown when I was a child. I used to sit atop rolls of colorful... Read More

Spring Break Dos and Don’ts

By Mariam Mazhar    March break panic has set in!  Not heading to a sunny beach? Neither am I but I have set up some dos and donts for March break... Read More

5 Tips for Students Fasting

By Mona Ismaeil Ramadan is just around the corner and with still a month of school to go, Ramadan joins us at a crucial time of the school year. Our children... Read More