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L.E.A.D with L.O.V.E©: A Journey of Faith in Parenting Teens

Khalisa — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:17:22 +0000

The book L.E.A.D with L.O.V.E©: A Journey of Faith in Parenting Teens is a faith-based parenting guide that provides a spiritual framework for raising teenagers. The genre is parenting self-help/religious, offering a summary of strategies to build character, tackle problematic behaviors, and strengthen relationships with a focus on spiritual values, anti-bullying techniques, and managing media. Spiritual Foundation: The book aims to help parents establish a spiritual foundation for building character and resilience in their teens. Behavioral Guidance: It focuses on identifying and addressing common problematic teen behaviors, offering practical ways to soothe angry or troubled hearts and minds. Parental Support: The book provides emotional and spiritual support for parents as they navigate the challenges of raising teens, helping them to impart strength to their families.

Snatched

Khalisa — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:12:40 +0000

Omar, a young boy who gives in to temptation and steals a delicious piece of baklava from Amo Mohamed, the kind doorman of his building.

The doorman blames the building’s cat, and Omar initially tries to move on. However, the weight of his guilt and dishonesty follows him, even appearing in his dreams. Finally, Omar tells his mother what he did. Together, they bake a new batch of baklava. With his mother’s support, Omar goes to Amo Mohamed to confess and apologize. The doorman, in turn, forgives Omar and even apologizes to the cat. The book ends with everyone enjoying the fresh baklava, showing Omar’s reconciliation and the importance of making amends.

Why Can’t I See Allah?

Khalisa — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 14:42:16 +0000

Inspired by a real-life conversation between a mother and her child, the story helps parents answer one of the most difficult questions a young Muslim child can ask. It provides relatable concepts to help children understand the nature of faith, guiding them to a deeper understanding of Allah.

Eid Empanadas

Khalisa — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 14:38:33 +0000

Omar Hernández feels like an outsider at his Islamic school, An-Noor Islamic Academy, even after a year and a half. His mother is from Puerto Rico, and his father’s parents immigrated from Ecuador, giving his family a Latino-Muslim heritage that he feels is different from his classmates’. When his teacher assigns the class an essay on how their families celebrate Ramadan and Eid, Omar becomes nervous that his family’s customs will make him stand out even more. With support from his teacher and family, Omar finds the courage to share his family’s festive traditions, including their special recipe for empanadas. Through this experience, Omar learns to embrace his heritage and discovers that sharing his traditions can be a source of pride and connection.

Let’s Learn About Ramadan!

Khalisa — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 14:34:16 +0000

Let’s Learn About Ramadan! is a children’s educational book that explains the significance and traditions of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. The narrative explores the various aspects of Ramadan, including: Fasting: The purpose behind abstaining from food and drink from dawn until sunset. Charity (Zakat): The importance of helping others and generosity, especially toward those less fortunate. Prayer: How Muslims increase their prayers and devotion during this sacred time. The Quran: The month’s importance as the time when the Quran was revealed. Family: The value of community and spending time with loved ones. The book emphasizes the values of forgiveness, self-discipline, and showing kindness. Its interactive features, such as a maze, aim to make learning about Ramadan fun and engaging.

Hijabi ABC’s

Khalisa — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 14:22:23 +0000

The book is structured as an A-to-Z exploration of the hijab and the women who wear it. Each letter of the alphabet is used to describe a positive trait or concept associated with covered Muslim women, such as their strength, beauty, and intelligence. The narrative is designed to help children appreciate the diverse and amazing attributes of hijabis and to foster cultural understanding.

AISHA’S CHOICE

Khalisa — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:47:52 +0000

Little Aisha makes the personal decision to embrace her individuality by choosing to wear the hijab. Her friends react with concern, worrying that this change will alter who Aisha is. Aisha responds by teaching them a lesson in understanding and acceptance. She shows her friends that her true identity goes far beyond her appearance and that her choice celebrates who she is.

Could I be A Hafidh?

Khalisa — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:44:20 +0000

The book follows a young Muslim boy who is inspired by his father, who is a Hafidh (someone who has memorized the entire Quran). The boy embarks on his own path of memorizing the Quran and discovers the virtues and blessings of this spiritual journey. Told through gentle rhymes, the story captures the child’s hopes and dedication while highlighting the importance of sincerity and perseverance in faith.

A Story of You: Alhamdulillah

Khalisa — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:40:11 +0000

A book that encourages gratitude and mindfulness in young children by connecting their daily experiences and memories with the Islamic phrase “Alhamdulillah” (praise be to God). The story, written for a Muslim audience, guides children to appreciate the blessings in their lives, no matter how big or small.

Little Hamzah: Memorises the Qur’an

Khalisa — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:33:10 +0000

The book portrays the relatable struggles and triumphs a child faces when undertaking the noble task of memorizing the Quran. Some days are easy, while others are difficult. Through Hamzah’s story, the book delivers an inspiring message of motivation and perseverance to young Muslim readers. Its goal is to instill a love for the Quran and encourage children to embark on their own memorization journey.