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Ramadan Memory Game

salmahussain118 — Sat, 08 Feb 2025 07:37:00 +0000

Free Printable Ramadan Memory Game for kids

Looking for the perfect Ramadan game to keep your kids entertained and engaged this holy month? We’ve got you covered with a free Ramadan memory game worksheet! This interactive activity is an excellent way to combine fun, learning, and family time in one simple game.

Children are naturally curious, and games offer an awesome opportuniity to nurture their love for learning.

During Ramadan, kids can feel more included in the celebration when they participate in activities designed just for them. Games like this Ramadan memory game worksheet not only add fun to the season but also help kids develop cognitive skills like memory and concentration while learning about Ramadan-themed symbols and traditions.

It’s suitable for young children but I don’t see why older siblings can’t join in!

About the Free Ramadan Memory Game Worksheet 

This Ramadan game is fun, simple and designed to allow young children to enjoy Ramadan in their own way by building sweet memories.

The game includes “Ramadan” themed images like dates, prayer mats, lanterns etc.

Here’s how it works:

Print out the worksheet.
Cut out each image to create individual cards.
Mix the cards up and place them face down.
Let the kids take turns flipping two cards at a time, trying to find matching pairs.

The game is simple and easy to play but incredibly engaging. Encouraging kids to sharpen their memory while soaking in Ramadan’s essence.

Benefits of this Ramadan Memory Game

Enhances Focus: Kids practice concentration as they search for matching pairs.
Boosts Memory: Memorising card placements improves short-term memory.
Encourages Family Time: A perfect bonding activity for families during long Ramadan days.
Teaches Ramadan Themes: Introduces key elements of Ramadan in a fun and memorable way.

Tips for Making It Extra Fun

Add a Competitive Edge: Time each round to see who can complete the game fastest.
Laminate the Cards: For reusable fun, laminate the cards to make them sturdy and durable. (I always recommend laminating anything you intend to use more than once!)
If you can see the image when it’s flipped over, maybe stick it onto a piece of card.
Incorporate Storytelling: After each match, share a fun fact or short story about the symbol on the card.

Ramadan is such a scared month and we as parents are always looking for ways to include our children in any activities during this time. This Ramadan memory game worksheet is the perfect way to do just that. It combines learning, fun, and family bonding into one engaging activity. So, download your free copy today and let the games begin!

For more ideas on Ramadan games for kids, stay tuned to our blog. Praying Allah blessed you all with a wonderful Ramadan. May He accept our good works and annul any wrongdoing.

Please do keep me and my family in your duas xx

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Salah Worksheets for kids

salmahussain118 — Sat, 01 Feb 2025 07:27:00 +0000

Salah worksheets for Kids

It’s actually embarrassing why I created these Salah Worksheets for kids.

My 6 year old usually prays with her siblings (not always mind you), and she usually asks, “Is it 4, 4?” If it’s Asr for example.

Then recently when we were talking about praying the fardh, sunnahs etc, I was asked ” But how would you even know which ones which?”

Then it hit me.

She hasn’t learnt the rakats yet!

I fell into a sort of panic mode! With the older kids I always made sure to explain each prayer and rakats properly. I guess with the younger kids I assumed they would pick it up since their siblings are praying too.

My bad.

I then quickly sprung into action to create these salah worksheets haha.

Which, she is actually really excited about. She sat next to me as I created them and I would hear a “yay” after a while lol.

Of course I had to make it a little more hands on.

So I opted to make it cut & paste, with plenty of opportunities to colour!

Let's learn about salah

This salah activity worksheet idea came to me when I was wondering how to also incorporate explaining what time of day each salah needs to be prayed.

When it comes to fajr and Isha it’s easier for them to understand.

But the middle 3 prayers can become confusing for younger children, which is where the labelled pictures come into play.

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The worksheets about salah are simple, yet straight to the point.

Once they are complete you can even turn them into a notebook, or simply stick up on display.

As long as they are regularly seen and read, they will definitely help your child learn the salahs and rakats etc.

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Ramadan Activity for kids. Ramadan Bingo

salmahussain118 — Sat, 25 Jan 2025 06:30:00 +0000

Ramadan Bingo Worksheet for kids

Looking for a Ramadan activity for your children?

With the month of Ramadan quickly approaching, I’m sure many parents are trying to prepare themselves and their children for its arrival.

For parents looking to involve their children in meaningful activities during this time, a Ramadan Bingo worksheet can be an awesome and educational choice.

This Ramadan activity not only entertains but also teaches children about simple acts of kindness they can practice to earn rewards during this special month.

Is there any benefit to this Ramadan Bingo Activity?

1. Educational Value: It serves as a practical tool for teaching children about Ramadan traditions, such as fasting, prayers, charity (zakat), and the importance of community.

2. Interactive Learning: The interactive nature of the game promotes active participation and makes learning about Ramadan enjoyable and memorable.

3. Inclusivity: It can be adapted to accommodate children of different ages and cultural backgrounds, fostering inclusivity and unity within diverse communities.

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I don’t think y’all realise how much I love this Ramadan Bingo Activity idea. I felt like an absolute genius when creating this! haha

I guess it didn’t help that my younger kids were oohing and ahhing over it and were excited to have a go at it themselves! My own little cheerleaders! haha Mashallah.

As you prepare for Ramadan, consider incorporating this engaging and educational game into your routine. Just one activity a day. It’s not just about winning the game; it’s about enriching young hearts and minds with the essence of Ramadan.

How to play Ramadan Bingo

It’s really straight forward.

First, cut and make the colour die provided.

Next, you have 2 options. Either: roll the die, whichever colour you land on, that is the colour of your good deed that day.

Colour in the spinner in the colours shown on the page (1 colour per section) and then place a pencil in the middle and spin to see which colour it lands on. You could laminate this to make it more durable.

Scan the Ramadan Bingo worksheet and choose a good deed in the corresponding colour.

Then, you need to complete the task, some are very quick but some can take quite a while to complete!

Finally, once you’ve completed your good deed, colour in the deed you’ve completed.

If you’ve completed all the deeds for that colour, then you keep rolling the die until you land on a colour that stil as incomplete deeds.

One good deed a day means you will complete the Ramadan Bingo Activity Worksheet by the end of Ramadan!

Happy playing and Ramadan Mubarak!

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Ramadan activity pack for Young kids

salmahussain118 — Sat, 18 Jan 2025 07:03:00 +0000

Ramadan Activity Pack for kids aged 2-4

18 pages of fun with this Ramadan activity pack for young kids.

With Ramadan approaching, families everywhere are getting ready to embrace this special month of spirituality, reflection, and togetherness.

For young kids, Ramadan is often a time of wonder and learning as they start to explore the meaning behind fasting, prayer, and acts of kindness.

A great way to keep children engaged during this month is by using Ramadan activity worksheets.

These worksheets aren’t just fun—they’re also a fantastic way to teach kids about the values and traditions of Ramadan in a way that’s both meaningful and enjoyable.

We created a Ramadan Activity Pack for kids last year, but this year we decided we need a pack for younger kids.

I’ve really enjoyed creating this pack and I hope your kids benefit from it.

Aimed at children aged 2-4 years, this Ramadan Activity Pack is simple, clear and easy enough for your toddler to do.

This Ramadan activity pack has a range of activities from phonics to numbers and even colouring pages.

These worksheets not only entertain but also educate, making the experience meaningful and enjoyable for young minds.

FREE Ramadan Worksheets

This FREE Ramadan activity pack is designed with young learners in mind, featuring simple and engaging worksheets that are both fun and educational.

Perfect for children aged 2-4, these activities introduce basic concepts about Ramadan in an easy-to-understand way, helping little ones explore their faith while developing important early learning skills.

As a homeschooling mum myself, I know how quickly costs add up. Which is why I really wanted to offer as many freebies as I could to fellow parents and homechoolers.

A lot of time and effort goes into all the worksheets I create but knowing that your kids will benefit makes it worthwhile!

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While you’re here why not check out the cute Ramadan Bunting we have. Simply print, laminate and hang.

Or maybe you want to go for a more simple look with these.

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Scavenger Hunt for Muslim Kids

salmahussain118 — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 19:55:46 +0000

Muslim Scavenger Hunt Free Download

I love taking this scavenger hunt for muslim kids with me when we go for a walk. Whether that be a pre planned trip to the park or just trying to pass time while me and the younger kids wait for their older siblings to finish ups with a class.

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We’ve always loved scavenger hunts.

Especially in the car since sometimes long journeys can be difficult for little kids. So using this scavenger hunt for muslim kids would be a brilliant way to add some fun whilst also serving as a reminder of our Creator.

During these odd times we live in I feel like it’s really important for children to have a close relationship with Allah from a very young age.

That doesn’t necessarily mean you need to sit and read Qur’an all day. Simply looking for things that Allah has created can help serve as a reminder. Which I think is a great way to incorporate islam into your child’s daily life.

If you have plenty of time, why not take a closer look at each item when you find it on the scavenger hunt. Discuss how it is a miracle from Allah and how it is literally impossible for anyone to replicate it.

Top Tip!

Print off a few copies and keep them in the car/your bag along with a few colours for when you need them to keep your little ones occupied during long journeys!

Kids are crazy

We take a lot of long drives so I like to keep activities and snacks available in the car. (When I say snacks, I mean more food, not so much juice or water! You already know the toilet breaks would be crazy! Lol I of course do have water but it’s not as readily available as the food and activities).

There was a time we were so far from home and so far from anywhere, literally all we could see was fields around us. Of course that’s when our then 5 year old said she needed to go to the bathroom! The girl outright refused to use a public bathroom (which was like 30 mins away).

Thankfully she managed to hold it for an hour while we zoomed home! But I’m always extra careful now! When I tell you I was sweating the whole way home! You have no idea!

Anyway!

One of the reasons I prefer scavenger hunts over other worksheet activities is because if you have a child who is getting a little fed up of the car journey, this is a good way to help keep them occupied where it kind of feels like they’re going on this journey for this particular scavenger hunt. Rather than waiting for the journey to be over they’re looking for things along the journey.

Also if you use it when going for a walk, it’s a lovely opportunity to walk and talk with your child about things that really matter.

Something like this is a great way to keep activities together in the car and make your child’s journey a little smoother.

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If you need more fun things for your child to colour why not print off these colouring pages too.

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Free Printable Ramadan Colouring Pages

salmahussain118 — Mon, 11 Mar 2024 08:08:00 +0000

Free Printable Ramadan Colouring Pages

I’ve created these free printable Ramadan colouring pages for your children for a few reasons.

1 – Kids love colouring (I know mine certainly do) and this will keep them occupied while you get your own work done, whether its some sort of house work, ibaadah, work or anything in between. It’s difficult enough trying to achieve everything you want to during Ramadan. Add kids into the mix (and homeschooled kids at that) and it’s a whole other ballgame!

So anything to keep them busy without the need for screens is a bonus.

2 – During Ramadan we want the kids to be fully immersed in the month. So it would be good for even little things like colouring pages to be “Ramadan themed.”

With young children it’s important to centre as much as you can around the month of ramadan to emphasise the importance of this blessed month. Whether it’s colouring pages, word searches or crafts.

Speaking of activities centred around Ramadan, have you downloaded our Ramadan Activity Pack?

There’s so much variety in there and it’s been downloaded hundreds of time. And we’ve had some amazing feedback from those who have downloaded it Alhamdulillah!

Anyway where were we?

Oh yes, colouring pages!

Something I would personally recommend encouraging your kids to do when they are colouring is dhikr. Asking them to do it probably won’t work. But since kids do as they see not as we ask, I’d say sit with them to colour for the first time and do it with them. Model the behaviour you would like them to have when they colour.

Do your dhikr out loud so they can hear you and can join in.

Or maybe have something beneficial playing in the background for them to listen to or join in with.

What you may find is that over time. Slowly but surely. You’re kids will start to practice dhikr when doing other quiet activities which don’t use too much brain power. In fact it may even be the thing that helps them relax. Can you think of nything better than that? Your child to feel relaxed due to the remembrance of Allah? Subhanallah absolute goals!

I love interacting with you all so drop me a comment below or dm me on Instagram @life_without_school if you have any worksheet recommendations or simply want to chat! Or drop a comment in the box below!

Maybe even leave a short review for others to benefit from.

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Ramadan Good Deeds Cards (30)

salmahussain118 — Fri, 08 Mar 2024 08:30:00 +0000

30 day Ramadan Good Deeds Cards

These 30 day Ramadan good deed cards are an awesome activity for your kids. Teach them empathy, compassion, selflessness, awareness of Allah and much more.

It’s important to teach children about Ramadan, not only the fasting aspect of it (which is of course super exciting!) but other aspects too! This is why we have created these Ramadan Good Deeds Cards!

Create excitement for Ramadan

From an early age we need to teach our children to utilise this precious time we have during Ramadan and not waste it before it’s too late.

Yes, our homeschool schedule should look different during this month.
Yes, our kids must know Ramadan is different to every other month. There should be excitement, a build up for the coming month.
We need more ibaadah, more love, more spirituality, more discipline etc.

The beauty of homeschooling is that we can create a schedule that works for us and allows us to get more out of our time.

These Ramadan good deed cards have been created with your children in mind.

The aim is that they are used to help teach our children about doing good deeds consistently.

It can help make them more mindful of their behaviour throughout the day as they will need to make sure they have completed their daily good deed.

The cards are the perfect place to begin and in sha Allah over time they will try to do a daily good deed without the need for the cards.

(Also the cards are great to begin with because sometimes it’s difficult for children to try to come up with ideas, so these are a great aid).

Save for many Ramadans to come

I suggest keeping these cards durable so they can be used time and time. Cut the cards and then laminate them (and then cut again). This way they will be much more sturdy as well as somewhat waterproof.

Go that extra mile and hole punch one corner of each card and link together with a keyring hoop.

Have you seen our range of Ramadan printables?

Feel free to check them out and share the link to our website to others!

Nothing makes me happier than seeing you guys using our resources. It honestly warms my heart knowing all my hard work is paying off!

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Make the most of Ramadan

During months like Ramadan is when you can truly appreciate the blessing that is being in a position to homeschool. Homeschooling means you can change up your routines and delve deeper into Ramadan since you have more time.

That’s not to say children who go to school can’t benefit from the month of Ramadan. Far from it. But homeschoolers have more flexibility and time which makes things that much easier.

You should teach your children that the purpose of fasting isn’t simply to abstain from food and drink.

Rather to attain taqwa ( God consciousness) as Allah states in the Qur’an

“O you who believe, fasting is prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you, so that you may be mindful of God” (2:183)

Make the most of Ramadan

There are so many benefits of fasting and it’s important to teach our children these benefits too.

There are many spiritual benefits.

1. The first being Enhanced taqwa (God consciousness) – Fasting helps muslims develop a closer relationship with their creator. It’s a constant reminder of Him throughout the entire day.

2. Self disciple – fasting helps one to control their desires which leads to stronger self discipline.

3. Gratitude – fasting creates empathy in one’s heart as a fasting person can understand how difficult the lives of the less fortunate are. Giving up food and drink from dawn to dusk can help increase people’s generosity.

4. Purification – Ramadan is a time for muslims to ask for forgiveness and to abstain from many things. Whether that’s food and drink or lying, swearing and backbiting, helping purify the soul.

Fasting isn’t only a spiritual experience. There are many psychological benefits to fasting:

1. Mental clarity – Many people have reported that during fasting they have improved mental focus and clarity.

2. Reduced stress – During Ramadan muslims engage in regular prayers which leads to lower stress levels.

3. Increased self esteem – Successfully completing a fast can help boost one’s self esteem and confidence due to the sense of accomplishment.

There are also many physical benefits of fasting. Some of which are:

1.Detox the body – Fasting is the perfect way to detoxify the body from toxins which can leave one feeling rejuvenated.

2. Weight – Fasting can aid in weight management due to being in a calorie deficit.

3. Improve digestive issues – Fasting provides a break of regularly eating throughout the day which allows the digestive system to get a rest which can aid in improving its efficiency and one’s overall health.

4. Help blood sugar levels – Again due to taking longer breaks from eating, fasting can help regulate blood sugar levels. This can help prevent or manage diabetes.

5. Heart health – Fasting has been proven to improve cholesterol levels and reduce inflammation.

Fasting also has many Social benefits:

1. Ramadan is an opportunity to gather with the community. To host iftar for others or simply gift iftar.

2. It’s also a time when one has the opportunity to attend the masjid regularly. Whether that’s for salah, iftar or gatherings and lectures.

3. Since there is increased focus on charity during Ramadan, This is the perfect opportunity to run some charitable activities.

This could involve your local community. Whether that’s doing a bake sale or taking donations at the masjid.

Fasting can also have an impact on your overall Lifestyle:

1. Ramadan provides the perfect opportunity to break unhealthy habits like smoking or overeating.

2. It’s also an opportunity to not only break bad habits but to also create new habits. Habits that are beneficial for you, whether that be physically or spiritually.

It’s important to explain these benefits to our children to encourage them to make the most of the blessed month of Ramadan. The reason why I feel these Ramadan good deeds cards have an important role during Ramadan, is because they help encourage your child. They are a reminder to stop and remember to do good because Allah is always watching.

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Ramadan Colouring Pages free printable

salmahussain118 — Sat, 02 Mar 2024 19:32:48 +0000

Ramadan Colouring Pages Free Printable

Download these Ramadan colouring pages (free printable) to help keep your kids busy this Ramadan.

My aim for this Ramadan is to get as many free printables as possible for you guys to use with your kids to help make the most of Ramadan. I will be creating and posting over Ramadan in sha Allah so keep your eyes peeled!

As always, if you have any worksheet suggestions, leave a comment in the box below. Or DM me on Instagram.

Sometimes during Ramadan you just need some quiet time for reflection and ibadah. What better way is there than colouring sheets (which you could even do with your child). You could could also encourage your child to do some dhikr as you colour.

We have an awesome FREE Ramadan activity pack with all sorts of fun to be had, click here to take a peak

I’ve actually also created another pack of colouring pages, which I’d say are aimed at slightly younger children. I will upload them before Ramadan in-sha-Allah, so keep an eye out for those as well as other awesome Ramadan printables.

All these printables are FREE for you guys, all I ask in return is that you share my website with others so they can benefit too!

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Ramadan Activity Pack free PDF

salmahussain118 — Fri, 16 Feb 2024 16:45:29 +0000

Ramadan Activity Pack free printable PDF for 5-9 year olds

Free printable Ramadan pack

This ramadan activity pack (free PDF) is a great way to keep your child excited about Ramadan.

So I don’t usually like to attach an age to worksheets as each child works at their own pace, however I feel like sometimes is necessary to get an idea of what kind of content the activity pack will contain. I would say this ramadan activity pack would be great for kids between 5 and 9 years.

The pack consists of a variety of activities which include drawing, colouring, handwriting practice, crosswords and some more hands on activities like cut and paste as well as Eid card making.

This ramadan activity pack has been designed to not only keep your child occupied, but it’s also educational whilst creating exciting for ramadan.

I’ve included a simple crossword in the printable ramadan activity pack. This is so children can get their thinking hats on and feel a sense of accomplishment when they complete it.

This pack also contains a fast tracker, ramadan I spy, Ramadan word search, dhikr tracker, 5 pillars of islam activity and much much more!

All I ask in return for this Free Ramadan Activity Pack is that you share the link to the website with friends. And leaving a review in the bottom comment section would make my week!

Why not download this ramadan bunting and get your kids to help decorate the house ready for this blessed month!

It’s so important to get the excitement of ramadan started and ideally we want to start long before ramadan is here. We usually spend time decorating the house. And planning some meals together as well as making a loose plan of what we would like to achieve during this month.

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Ramadan Bunting Free Printable

salmahussain118 — Sat, 03 Feb 2024 20:32:51 +0000

Ramadan Bunting Free Printable

How cute is this pastel bunting!

This Ramadan Bunting Free Printable was created with our wallets in mind! 😅

Every year there’s a new style we want to go for or we are just bored of last years. So this year we aren’t buying, we are printing. And let’s be honest, printing, cutting and hanging is like 80% of the fun!

I don’t know about you but whenever I see Ramadan or Eid decor, it’s always that similar style with the golds and greens and black. Which is STUNNING don’t get me wrong! Very grand, royal vibes!

But why stick to just that, why not opt for something different, like cute pastels this time?

I personally find pastels ADORABLE!

Not just for the home.

Ramadan bunting is definitely not just for the home!

If you’re a teacher it would be perfect for the classroom! Or even if you’re a childminder it would be a lovely addition to your teaching space.

Simply print, cut and hang!

You can either use a whole punch to make holes to feed string through, or you can staple it onto a piece of ribbon.

As always, for durability you could always laminate!

Remember, cut, laminate then cut! That way its completely waterproof and much less likely to fall apart.

I had originally planned to hang this in our dining room, on the cork board where we add our display work.

BUT.. it ended up being soo much cuter than I thought so I’m thinking of finding a batter spot for it!😁

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