Why I Love Islam

1. Use expressive and engaging voices to bring the characters and story to life.
2. Pause during the reading to allow your child to absorb the information and ask questions.
3. Take breaks to discuss the illustrations and relate them to your child’s own experiences.
4. Encourage your child to participate by repeating key phrases or actions mentioned in the book.

1. Comprehension Questions: Test your child’s understanding of the book by asking questions related to the story, characters, and themes.
2. Relatable Story: Share a relatable story that reinforces the importance of prayer and its impact on daily life, helping your child connect the book’s message to their own experiences.
3. Frequently Asked Questions: Find answers to common questions children might have about prayer, allowing you to address any curiosities and deepen their understanding.
4. Activity: Engage your child in an interactive activity related to the book, which encourages hands-on learning and further exploration of prayer concepts.

1. What is your favourite thing to do in the book?
2. Why do you ask your teacher about sad and poor people?
3. How does your teacher explain Allah’s love and kindness?
4. Why do you wonder about people having different beliefs about God?
5. How does your teacher compare faith to flowers in a garden?
6. Why does your teacher say that diversity is beautiful?
7. Why do you choose halal food over other treats at lunchtime?
8. Why do Muslims pray five times a day?
9. What does you learn about the importance of family and talking about faith at home?

A Kind Heart in the Park

Once upon a sunny day, there was a little boy named Adam. Adam loved to visit the park, where he would play on the swings, slide down the slide, and run around with his friends. But one day, as Adam was playing, he noticed a little girl sitting alone on a bench, looking sad.

Curious and caring, Adam went up to the girl and introduced himself. “Hi, my name is Adam. Are you okay?” he asked with a gentle smile.

The girl, whose name was Amina, looked up and replied softly, “I’m feeling a bit lonely today. My family just moved here, and I miss my old friends.”

Adam felt a tug at his heart and remembered what he had learned from the book “I am Adam, and I love Islam.” He knew that being kind and spreading love was important, just like he did in the book. So, he decided to be a friend to Amina.

With a warm smile, Adam said, “I know it’s hard to be in a new place, but you don’t have to feel alone. I’ll be your friend, and we can play together!”

Amina’s face brightened, and they spent the rest of the day playing and laughing together. As they became friends, Adam learned more about Amina’s culture and her faith, just like how he embraced diversity and understood different beliefs in the book.

In the following days, Adam invited Amina to join his group of friends, and soon, she felt like she belonged. They celebrated together. Adam’s family even invited Amina’s family over for a delightful feast, filled with love and unity.

As Adam continued to be kind and understanding, just like the lessons he learned from the book, he noticed something magical happening. The park started to feel like a colorful garden of friendships, where children from different backgrounds played happily together, just like his teacher had explained in the book.

And so, with every act of kindness, Adam made the park a place where love and understanding blossomed. The lessons from “I am Adam, and I love Islam” became a part of his daily life, making the world around him a little brighter and more beautiful with each passing day.

From that day forward, Adam knew that embracing diversity and spreading love was not just a lesson from a book; it was something he could live and share every day. And so, he continued to be a kind-hearted friend to everyone, making a positive impact on the world around him.

Q1: Why do some people look sad and poor if Allah is so kind?

A1: Allah’s kindness and love are boundless, and He cares for everyone. Sometimes people face challenges in life, and Allah tests them to make them stronger. It’s also a reminder for us to be kind and help those in need, spreading love and compassion.

Q2: Why do different people have different beliefs about God?

A2: Just like flowers in a garden, faith comes in many ways. Different cultures and backgrounds have different ways of connecting to God, but what matters most is that we all treat each other with kindness and respect, just like friends do.

Q3: Why can’t I eat the same treats as my friends sometimes?

A3: In Islam, we eat halal food, which is a special way to show our love and obedience to Allah. It keeps us healthy and reminds us of His blessings. We can still enjoy delicious treats that are halal and make us feel good inside.

Q4: Why do we celebrate different holidays than some of our friends?

A4: In Islam, we have our own special holidays, like Eid, which is a time of joy and thankfulness to Allah. It’s like having our own unique party to celebrate our faith and the beautiful teachings of Islam.

Q5: Why do some friends wear different clothes?

A5: People have different ways of dressing based on their beliefs and culture. In Islam, we dress modestly and respectfully to show our devotion to Allah. Everyone’s unique style is a reflection of their faith and personal choices.

Q6: Why can’t I watch certain movies or shows?

A6: Some movies or shows might have content that is not suitable for us as Muslims. We choose to watch things that promote kindness, love, and good values, which keep our hearts and minds pure, like shining stars.

Q7: Why do Muslims pray five times a day?

A7: Prayers are a special way to connect with Allah, and they keep our hearts close to Him. It’s like having a loving conversation with our Creator throughout the day, and it brings us peace and guidance.

Q8: Why is it essential to talk about our faith at home?

A8: Talking about our faith at home helps us grow stronger in our beliefs and values. It’s a beautiful way to bond with our family and learn together, just like how Sofia cherishes learning about Islam with her teacher.

Here’s an activity related to the book that encourages hands-on learning and exploration:

Activity: Love and Kindness Journal

Materials Needed:

Notebook or journal

Colouring materials (crayons, coloured pencils, markers, etc.)

Stickers or decorative elements (optional)

Glue (if using stickers or decorative elements)

Instructions:

Introduce the Activity:

Sit down with your child and remind them of the beautiful lessons they learned from the book “Why I love Islam.”

Explain that the activity is about creating a special journal where they can record acts of love and kindness they do each day, just like you do in the book.

Decorate the Journal:

Let your child personalise their journal by decorating the cover using colouring materials, stickers, or any other creative elements they like. Encourage them to add their name to make it truly their own.

Write Acts of Love and Kindness:

Each day, encourage your child to think of a kind and loving act they did or witnessed. It could be something as simple as sharing a toy with a friend, helping someone in need, or complimenting a family member.

Have your child write or draw about the act on a new page of the journal. For younger children, you can write it down for them and let them draw a picture related to the act.

Reflect and Discuss:

At the end of each week, sit with your child and read through the journal together. Talk about the different acts of love and kindness they recorded and how they made them and others feel.

Discuss the impact of these acts on their friendships, family, and community. Encourage them to express how spreading love and kindness is essential in building strong and happy relationships.

Set New Goals:

After reflecting on the week’s acts, help your child set new goals for the upcoming week. Encourage them to think of more ways they can spread love and kindness to others and make a positive difference in the world.

Keep the Journal Going:

Encourage your child to continue writing in their Love and Kindness Journal regularly. It can become a precious keepsake filled with beautiful memories and acts of love that will remind them of the importance of kindness and compassion in their lives.