The study of Quranic language is a fascinating study. Synonyms in Quran website is an attempt to help people with limited knowledge of Arabic to appreciate the beauty of Quranic language, through a study of synonyms and near synonyms in Quran.
Some things that have helped me manage my time
I am a homeschooling mom of three, working full time as a software engineer. I am a student of Quran and Arabic, I teach Arabic, and have a hundred other projects going on! So the question I get asked most often is how do I find time for everything. The honest answer is I don’t… Continue reading Some things that have helped me manage my time
Learning classical Arabic as a non-native
As Ustadh elQabbani tells us, there are four steps to learning classical Arabic: Language acquisition, grammar, acquiring a taste and intuition for Arabic literature, and then finally the formal study of rhetoric.
Dolphins and empathy
One of the biggest blessings of homeschooling is the time we get to spend with our kids. Time, which creates bonds and gives birth to beautiful discussions. Discussions, which are the biggest tool in transferring values, getting an insight into our children’s world, and giving them a glimpse to ours. Umar is a sensitive kid.… Continue reading Dolphins and empathy
Exposure to new and difficult ideas
A usual day in our unschooling day. We did a lot more. In fact as I type this Umar is listening to 20000 leagues under the sea (read by my daughter) and we will do plenty more inshaAllah! We are not very artsy and craftsy on the whole. At least not in the usual definition… Continue reading Exposure to new and difficult ideas
Nurture curiosity and creativity in kids
One of the most often asked questions I get as a unschooling mom, and the biggest concern from parents about interest led, self-directed, and informal learning is what to do if the kids are not interested in anything. That the kids don’t have any questions or passions. That they don’t have anything to think about… Continue reading Nurture curiosity and creativity in kids
Reflections from my journey to memorize Quran
I started memorizing Quran as a mother of a toddler and a baby. During the first few years of this journey, I read every available book and article with tips on how to memorize Quran while I struggled to find the time and energy to push my memorization forward. In a way those tips made… Continue reading Reflections from my journey to memorize Quran
The Story of Quranic Text
A beginner level introduction to the Quranic orthography.
How not to feel dejected due to lack of resources
What should you do if you live in a place where you don’t have access to nature trails or can’t go for walks with nature surrounding you?
Or, to ask a broader question, what should you do when you can’t do something that seems very important for your kids’ learning? Or life?
Tips for healthy unlimited screen time
Here are some tips, from a mother who has managed to raise three cartoon free kids while not limiting the screen usage 😀