March 6, 2025

Teach Your Children About Ramadan: Educational Activities and Resources

Muslim Hands

As we are a few days into Ramadan, it is the perfect time for us to get our children involved and teach them about the blessings of this sacred month. Ramadan presents Muslim parents with an opportunity to not only help children understand the important rituals of this month, such as Fasting, Salah, Zakat, and Sadaqah, but also to guide them in becoming better human beings. Learning about the noble characteristics of our beloved Prophet (saw) can inspire children in their daily lives.

This article will explore interactive ways to teach children about the blessed month of Ramadan and its traditions.

Read Islamic Storybooks: Storytelling is a great way to teach children about Ramadan, allowing children to learn about fasting, prayer and acts of kindness through engaging narratives. Visit your local public library, bookstore, or do a quick search online — there are countless books available that can inspire, entertain, and educate children about Islam and the virtues of our beloved Prophet (saw). Some well-known stories that have received positive reviews include Tell Me More About Ramadan by Bachar Karroum and Five Pillars and Me by Fouzia Sultana.
Involve Children in Arts and Crafts Projects: Get creative with children by involving them in crafts and projects related to Ramadan. Help them create Ramadan lanterns, greeting cards, and calendars. You can also create paper crescent moons and stars together, which they can decorate around the house. Consider making a Ramadan scrapbook to document special moments and reflections throughout the month. Children can add drawings of mosques, write surahs and duas they’ve learned, or jot down the characteristics of the Prophet (saw) that they strive to emulate. There are so many creative ways to blend fun and Islamic knowledge.
Write a Gratitude Journal: By writing daily blessings with the attached gratitude journal, children can learn to appreciate the importance of having food, family, and Islam in their lives. This practice also helps them foster empathy for those facing poverty and hardship around the world. Activities like this not only reinforce learning about this blessed month but also allow children to express their creativity and reflect on their experiences.
Cook With Your Children: Food plays a significant role in Ramadan, with special meals enjoyed during Suhoor and Iftar. Sit down with your children, jot down their favorite foods, search for recipes together, and involve your little ones in food preparation. Bonding over meals can be a great way to connect with your children while keeping the Ramadan spirit alive.
Translate Surahs from the Quran: Pick a surah every day and translate it to your children. This activity not only promotes reading comprehension but also deepens their understanding and interpretation of the Quran.
Access Educational Resources: Make use of educational resources such as YouTube channels and interactive websites that are designed to teach children about Ramadan and Islam. These platforms provide a wealth of materials and activities that can offer an enriching learning experience for children.