Muslim Kids Video – In Blessed Ramadan
Lyrics written out in this nasheed video describing different ibadah (acts of worship) Muslims complete during the month of Ramadan. The kids cheering for Eid and looking forward to fasting next year at the end is so encouraging and cute, subhanallah (Glory be to God).
Always looking for educational and fun nasheed and Muslim kids videos to share. So, please comment below with your favorite ones.
Ranoon Eid Decorations – Review and Giveaway
Ranoon.com offers the most unique, exquisite, and classy Eid decorations my girls and I have ever seen. Each product was designed by one entrepreneurial American Muslim mom of three, Rania Varaqua. Sister Rania shared that she started looking into designing decorations because she
…wanted to make Ramadan and Eid more exciting for my kids, and aILhamdullah (Praise be to God), I think, inshaAllah (God willing) I will be able to bring joy to a lot of little kids now too!!
InshaAllah (God willing)!
Just in time for Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, Sister Rania launched her new site on August 15, 2010. She offers Eid decorations, window and wall decorations, Eid lights, table top decorations and festive candles to add a sparkle to your home for Eid and Ramadan.
My girls and I are so excited to share that our Elegance Multi Color light string is on its way! And, one set can be sent to your home too!
Ranoon Eid Decorations Giveaway
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Muslim Kids Video: Beautiful Nasheed with the Shahada
The repetitive harmonious calling of the Shahada (declaration of faith, the first pillar in Islam) in this simple nasheed (Islamic song) is so beautiful, calming, uplifting, and peaceful that it brought tears to my eyes. The video is okay, but the nasheed is something worth streaming through your house over and over again.
Shahadah: “There is no god but God, Muhammad is the Messenger of God”.
While we focus so hard on the pillars of sawm (fasting) and salat (prayers) during Ramadan, I thought it was a nice time to remind us of what makes us Muslims first and foremost, which is our submission in Allah (God) and our belief in our beloved Prophet Muhammad sallalahi wa alayhi wa salam.
Please share your favorite nasheed videos that help you reflect during the month of Ramadan.
Muslim Mommy Bloggers Link Love
Listed below are some interesting posts from this week. I highly recommend that you check them out, share them or let your little ones explore with you, inshaAllah:
- Homemade Hajj Board Game Gains Etsy’s attention – Mubarak (Congratulations) sister Eva! MashaAllah (God has willed), Eva is so talented, this recognition wasn’t a surprise to me, alhumdulilah. You can order the game directly here.
- Stuffed in back with the stuffed shirts of Disneyland hee hee
Thanks to Old Muslim Woman Woman in the Shoe (great blog name, by the way), I found out that a how a sister was encouraged to go backstage on the 1st day of Ramadan for wearing a hijab. Check out the full AP story here or watch the Reuters/AP Video here. - Muslim Mommies keeping Daily Ramadan Journals: One here and here.
- A typical Muslim Mommy’s day in Ramadan - MashaAllah, this sister is totally my hero if she’s in bed by 10pm!
- A Non-Muslim’s perspective on Fasting - 5 Benefits. Subhanallah (Praise to to God), while I know these benefits, many times brother and sisters within our own ummah (community) don’t know about these simple benefits. So, to have a non-Muslim acknowledge this pillar is something worth sharing.
- Daily Islamic ibadah (worship) checklist - While, my girls and I write up our lists by hand, finding this nice print-out is a great time-saver. You even have a choice to chart the actions of one child, or a family of 2 or more.
- Growing Up and Learning to Let Go- This is Never an easy task for any mommy. Sister Stephanie shares her experience with photos of her younger daughter’s first day of Kindergarten. Being a homeschooler, it seems like I go through this “letting go” just about every day when they have different activities, programs, events, etc. and I may just be in the outside waiting until they’re done. I’m such a sap, mashaAllah
I’d love to see what you thought were your favorite posts for this week. Please feel free to share the links below.
The FLO Giveaway – Making Bubble Baths Easier and More Fun
Since I have strep throat and laryngitis, I don’t have a voice to direct or narrate this video review of the FLO by Boon, Inc. So, I gave the girls a few ideas, and we kept this one after only a couple of shootings. I was so impressed how they ingeniously ad-lib’ed their way from FLO making a WaterFall => to FLO making a Bubble-Fall
Their natural, innocent laughter made this much cuter video review, don’t you think?
So, please enjoy how FLO works. It’s a water deflector, protective faucet cover, and bubble bath dispenser all-in-one.
The FLO Making a Bubble-Fall
The only things we forgot to add were:
- How we love the color pink and
- Pouring bubble bath soap while they’re taking a bath is very easy and convenient too.
Enter to win a FLO
Very simple instructions:
- Comment below with all the creative reasons why you and your kids want need a FLO,
- Let us know which color you prefer: green, blue, or pink,
- Check out all of Boon’s incredible products, and let us know what you else you like and why, and
- Help spread the news by tweeting, sharing on facebook, or writing a blog post answering all these questions and linking back to this page.
- All entries must be posted before Wednesday, August 25, 2010 12 midnight EST.
The most creative and complete answer will win a FLO.
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Welcome Ramadan 1431!
Ramadan Mubarak (Blessed Ramadan)!
May Allah accept all of our fasts, good deeds, sincere intentions, ibadah (acts of worship) and du’a (supplications). Ameen.
When trying to find where I can hear Shaikh Mishary Rashid Al-Afasy leading Taraweeh prayer this year, I found this beautiful nasheed (Islamic song) “Welcome Ramadan”. Since he is the Shaikh we listen to most in our house, it was such a welcomed surprise, Subhanallah (Praise be to God), to hear him speak in English and French equally as beautifully, mashaAllah, as his Qur’an recitation.
InshaAllah, you and your little ones will participate in our 99 Names of Allah Challenge, and/or our 2nd Annual Ramadan Qur’an-a-thon Sadaqah (Charity) Drive to help bring us all closer to our Beloved Creator.
And, Please take every opportunity to assure your kid/s get the most out of our blessed month, whil also finding time to enjoy some great Ramadan Activities as well.
Wa salam,
Your sister in Islam Ponn
Ramadan Du’a (Supplication)
Eid Decorations – Where to Purchase them or make your own
To date, I’ve always made my own Eid decorations because they were never readily available. So, I was forced to I use my frugal creative mind to lead the interior designs But, alhumdulilah (praise be to God), it has become a special expectation in our house each Eid. The girls know they have to go to bed early because even though there’s no more suhoor (morning meal before the fast) or fajr to wake up for…we still wake up around that time because I “professionally” do their hair and dress them up in their gowns.
But, they wake up to me cheering Eid salutations, as they run to the living room to their surprising “new” decorations, the dining room for the “new” dressed up dining set, and the kitchen filled with fresh baked goodies. They know I rarely sleep the night before Eid, but I crash for my bi-annual mid-day nap right after prayer.
I write “new” because after 12 years, I have never had the same decorations, dining room set-up, or display of baked delights. Fortunately, with the rise in Muslims in the West, Eid decorations are easily found on the web. So, with ample time to prepare, I may actually have a few hours of sleep this year because I don’t have to make everything from scratch this year. 
Eid Decorations for sale online
- Islamic Bookstore
- Muslim Stickers
- Iqra Bookcenter
- Online Islamic Store
- NoorArt
- Silver Envelope
- Astrolabe
- Google Shopping Search – Finding the best prices online from all available retailers
- NEW: EidWay - They have a Ramadan sale if you sign up for their email list and get coupons!
- NEW:Ranoon – Wow! Gorgeous stuff! Ramadan Promotion: Purchases over $100 get free domestic USPS Priority shipping.
Do It Yourself Eid Decorations (Crafts)
- Ramadan – Learn It, Teach It, Observe It – MashaAllah, Umm Nazzim redesigned this incredible site that we’ve been studying from for years. Crafts & more!
Please share any other websites for Eid decorations below.
Comprehensive List of 2010 Free Summer Movies for Kids – Nationwide
While the summer weeks months are quickly passing by us, I totally forgot to search for all the possible free flicks my family can enjoy. So, I compiled this new list. Given our economy, it wasn’t a surprise to find that many threatres are now charging a buck or two for admissions. But, be sure to check the fine print of the various websites, because I noticed discounted kids snack packages, rules against size and/or kinds of bags, big purses, first-come first-served rules with door opening times, etc.
Fortunately, we’re still mid-way through July, and all the programs listed below are still running. There are a few that run into late August too.
Free Summer Movies for Kids
Every Wednesday at 10:00 am beginning July 7th for six weeks. BOOKWORM WEDNESDAYS entitles kids to free admission to a select children’s film when they present a book report at a participating Showcase Cinemas, Multiplex Cinemas or Cinema de Lux box office. Accompanying parents or guardians and children under six receive free admission and do not need to submit a book report (click here for the form). Locations. Movie schedule.
8 weeks first come first served free 10:00am Tuesdays and Wednesdays beginning June 30th. Locations and movie schedule.
Every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10am. Select threatres and movie schedule.
June 22- August 18 at 10 am. Locations and movie titles.
June 29th – August 18th. Every Tuesday and Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Two movies to choose from each day! Locations and movie schedule.
May 21 – August 12. Every day at 10am, Cinemaworld features a Family-Friendly G or PG rated film for your kids to enjoy, with new movies premiering on Fridays. Children are FREE. Adults are just $2 or FREE with the donation of a non-perishable pet-food item to benefit the Brevard County Humane Society. Melbourne, FL.
10 am every Tuesday and Wednesday. June 15th – August 3rd. Movie schedule. Locations.
Low Cost Summer Movies
10 a.m. each Tuesday morning this summer at participating theatres, from June 15 through August 10. At only $1 admission, it’s an affordable option for summer fun for families and groups. All admission and concession proceeds will benefit two AMC charities, Variety – The Children’s Charity and the Will Rogers Institute. List of participating threatres.
Click here for a list of all participating threatres. Movie titles and showing day and time varies with location.
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Classic Cinemas Wednesday Mornings Movie Series – $1
This year the Series will be 9 weeks, and will run every Wednesday starting June 17th – August 12th.The doors will open for the Wednesday Morning Movie Series at 9:00 a.m. (9:30 a.m. at the Lindo Theatre & Cinema 12). Make sure to come early to meet some of your favorite characters and join in on the fun games and activities. Every Wednesday the movie will begin at 10:00 a.m. Click here for a list of locations and movie titles.
8 weeks beginning June 8th, every Tuesday and Thursday at 10am. Locations and movie schedule.
If you purchase a 10-movies movie pass, movies cost less than $1/movie. Frequently Asked Questions. Locations and movie schedule.
June 1st – July 28th. Every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 am. Locations. Movie titles vary with location.
Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10 am from June 23rd through August 12th at 10am. Locations and movie schedule.
Enjoy the big screen!
If I missed any free or discounted deals, please comment below and share your finds with all of us. Thanks!
Quasssy Homeschool Day – Last Day to Register is Today + UPDATE
Quassy Amusement Park First Annual Homeschool Day!
1. UNLIMITED LUNCH:
2. IT IS A PRIVATE HOMESCHOOL EVENT:
3. LAST DAY TO REGISTER FOR TICKETS. FULL-PRICE AT THE DOOR!
4. LOOKING FOR HIGH SCHOOL HOMESCHOOLERS:
5. DESIGN A RIDE CONTEST DETAILS
6. SCAVENGER HUNT: 2 HUNTS + YOU CAN HUNT IN TEAMS.
7. DON’T FORGET TO COMMENT ON MY BLOG
8. ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS & CONCERNS:
Quassy Amusement Private Homeschool Day Event
Quassy Amusement Park in Middlebury, CT will stage their very first Homeschool Day at the lakeside property in 2 weeks!
My girls and I are SO excited about bringing this fantastic learning event to your attention; and we look forward to sharing this experience with as many happy homeschoolers as possible!
I just got off the phone with the organizers, and (as usual) I asked dozens of questions to make sure the registration, preparation, and organization of this day goes as smoothly as possible. After all, we want to make sure everyone gets the most out of this day. So, please read this detailed article slowly and pay attention to all its highlighted notes, so you don’t miss out on all the fun.
If you’ve never been to Quassy before, check out all their rides and attractions here. Those of you who have been there (like us), you’ll know that you have to pay extra for parking (which was an unpleasant surprise for us last year), Saturation Station (water park and Quassy beach), and of course the food…BUT, Everything I just mentioned with all the Extra Programs listed below is included in the one Discounted rate for the entire day!
And, YES, all rides, the water park and beach will be open for service from 10 am – 4pm, regardless if you participate in any of the homeschool events or not. What a deal!
Homeschool Day Program
10 a.m. – Arrive and redeem tickets
10:15 a.m. – Design Your Own Amusement Ride Model Contest (To be set up for judging). Models must be built prior to the event. Middle and high school ages must have working models based on ima
gination and basic principles of physics. Elementary students can enter working model or drawings. Names, grade levels must be attached to all entries. Maximum base 24 by 24 inches.
10:30 a.m. – ‘Wacky Science’ stage presentation for all age groups
11 a.m. to noon – Enjoy the rides and water park
Noon to 1 p.m. – Lunch! (Note: If more than 50 total persons are registered for the day, lunch will be a one-hour service of unlimited hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries and soft drinks. If fewer than 50 people are registered for the day, participants will receive a lunch ticket valid for a hamburger and hot dog (or two of the same sandwich), french fries and a small soft drink.
Comment below and help spread the word! The more–the merrier…with fuller tummies too.
1 to 2 p.m. – Enjoy the rides.
1 p.m. – Judging for Amusement Ride Model Contest. Students will demonstrate and explain their entries to the judges. Winners announced at 3 p.m. *Register on or before Thursday, June 10, 2010 for this first-come first-served program.
2 p.m. – Journalism Workshop for high school students. (Registration required when making your reservation; bring pencils and paper!) *Register on or before Thursday, June 10, 2010 for this first-come first-served program.
2 p.m. - Scavenger Hunts for elementary and middle school-aged students. *Register on or before Thursday, June 10, 2010 for this first-come first-served program.
“Fun With Physics,” Quassy’s new physics program, is available to all age groups. The 38-page booklet is pasted below in our doc-sharing program. You can view it directly in this article, or download it for easier access! You get to select the projects for students to work on.
4 p.m. – Day concludes.
Quassy Amusement Park Homeschool Day
When: Monday, June 14, 2010 10 am -4pm
What: The program will include numerous educational programs and interactive activities for all ages.
Where: Quassy Amusement Park Lake Quassapaug, Rt. 64 (2132 Middlebury Road) – Middlebury, CT 06762 – P.O. Box 887 Phone: 1-800-FOR-PARK or 203-758-2913 Directions available here.
How Much: The price of the event includes all rides *even Saturation Station (water park)*, lunch and parking ($17.50 for students, $7.50 for chaperones). Everyone attending must have a pre-paid ticket. Babies or other individuals who will not ride, eat or participate in any of the programs are free of charge.
- If we get 50+ registrants, unlimited hamburgers, hotdogs, fries and drinks will be available during the lunch hour. So, comment below & help spread the word.
How to Attend: Reservations and tickets are available by calling the park office at 203-758-2913 ext. 105.
- Comment below with the number of registrants attending.
- When you call and register your family, please tell them you heard about this program from “Ponn Sabra” of AmericanMuslimMom.com. By giving credit where it’s due, I can continue to bring exclusive programs and news to you!
- All major credit cards are accepted.
- If reservations are placed on or before Friday, June 4th, tickets will be postal mailed to you, otherwise tickets will be held at the desk.
- Money order or checks are accepted ONLY if they are received on or before Friday, June 4, 2010. Therefore, you must call and send the payment today or tomorrow.
Quassy’s New “Fun with Physics” Program
Designed for children (and adults) or all ages, you can view or download the below booklet to work on any or all the Physics projects you want to prepare your kids for the fabulous fun learning event!
Fun Physics At Quassy Amusement Park – Elementary to High School
AmericanMuslimMom.com Get-Together
If you participated in any of the past programs I helped promotesuch as, Old State House, Chelsea Piers, Climate Quilt, you’ll know that my girls and I love to meet, greet and enjoy the day together with you! So, if you decide to attend, please comment below which events you’ll be attending so we can try to get together. We’re definitely designing a ride, and participating in the Scavenger Hunt. And, we’re going to fit in some time to sit down at the beach to relax a bit from all the rides and water park.
After-Program Feedback
Since this is Quassy’s first Homeschool Day, I’m sure to follow-up with them after the event to share our comments, concerns and recommendations. So, stay posted as the day approaches…and, after it ends!
Disclosure: Depending on the number of referred registrants, AmericanMuslimMom.com may be compensated with discounted registration fees.
