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When visiting the children's museum, Deen & Jannah explore the newsroom play zone with Mama. The kids learn about journalists and how they are like real life superheroes ! This episode was sponsored by Sr. Zainab for her kids Deen & Jannah. I hope you enjoyed this episode! Shout- Out to the Journalists in Falasteen who truly are superheroes for our Ummah to look up to and learn from *Motaz, Plestia, Bisan, Ahmed, Mohammed, Saleh, Wael, Hamza, Hind and many more * The following ayahs are referenced in this episode: - “O you who believe! Stand out firmly for justice, as witnesses to Allah, even though it be against yourselves, or your parents, or your kin” [an-Nisa’ verse 135].  "Allah enjoins to do justice and to adopt good behavior and to give relatives (their due rights), and forbids shameful acts, evil deeds and oppressive attitude. He exhorts you, so that you may be mindful.  {An-Nahl verse 90} https://mrshashimi.com/contact/ -- Join My Mailing List for Updates on the Next Season inshaAllah :) Sound Effects Obtained from zapsplat.com & freesound.org

While visiting their grandparents in Botswana, Humaira and Zaynab attend a bake sale for Palestine in the Masjid courtyard. Humaira takes note of what a bake sale is. She thinks of ideas to help improve it and presents her idea to her family.  This story was sponsored by my dear friend Nabeela for her kids Humaira & Zaynab. I hope you enjoyed this story 3 Hadith Source:Narrated by al-Bukhari (6011) and Muslim (2586). Shout Out To Br. Ali Memon, Br. Anzar Lateef & Dr. Omar Raja for their volunteered voicing of characters in this story. JazakAllah Khair :D Sound Effects Obtained from zapslpat.com and freesound.org

Abdullah takes his new light saber to a protest. Abdullah sits on top of his father's shoulders to watch, listen and learn. His new toy comes in handy as a flagpole when marching with hundreds of people who chant, "Free, Free, Palestine!" This episode is sponsored by Sr. Raima for her kids Abdullah & Nusayba. I hope you enjoyed this story. **Dear Parents, I pray this episode serves as a conversation starter about the importance of advocating for justice and truth. As always, my stories aim to impart Islamic morals and values to kids. I hope you can use this story as a means to connect with your child, while also having meaningful dialogue about Falasteen, in ways that you deem appropriate 3Sound effects obtained from zapsplat.com & freesound.org

When Sofia accidentally ruins her sister's princess dress, things spiral out of control. Sofia, Aylah and Ibrahim find themselves arguing and shouting at one another. Mama shares an important hadith about how to deal with strong feelings when seeing all her kids angry at one another.  This episode was sponsored by Sr. Adeeba for her kids, Sofia, Aylah & Ibrahim! ------- VIRTUAL EVENT FOR PALESTINE ----- Register here for the Virtual Read Aloud with Mrs. Hashimi https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-readaloud-with-rifk-ebeid-tickets-741516324287?aff=oddtdtcreator  *All Proceeds Will Go To BaaitulMaal for Palestine https://baitulmaal.org/ *   Sound Effects Obtained From Zapsplat.com & freesound.org

Yahya and his three sisters, Hidaayah, Hafsa & Hawa are traveling for the first time to Madinah as part of their family's Umrah trip. Their family is very excited to embark on this journey to the City of the Prophet صَلَّى اللّٰهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ. Even with the excitement around boarding a plane, the kids remember their traveling duas !   This story is sponsored by Sr. Hodan for her 4 kids Yahya, Hidaayah, Hafsa & Hawa.    Sound Effects Obtained from zapsplat.com, freesound.org, & The Internet Archive

At the grand opening of their new library, Sakina & Saphora encounter a kid who is neurodivergent. The girls reflect on how it may be like for this child at a busy, noisy library. The girls decide to approach the librarian with a helpful suggestion in hopes of including others who have unique needs!  The ayah of the Quran referenced in this episode is in Surah Ar-Rum, ayah 22 - "Among His proofs are the creation of the heavens and the earth, and the variations in your languages and your colors. In these, there are signs for the knowledgeable." This episode was sponsored by Br. Muizz & Sr. Ruby for their daughters Sakina & Saphora :).   **Sound Effects Obtained from zapsplat.com & freesound.org***

Aqeelah and her brother Ameer have a big imagination. During their "Restaurant, Restaurant," pretend play, the kids learn about a beautiful ayah from the Quran. Mama shares the ayah where Allah mentions a snippet of Jannah, "We shall provide them in abundance with all kinds of fruit and meat, whatever they may desire," [52:22]. This experience allows Aqeelah to wonder more about Jannah.    This episode is sponsored by Sr. Irma from China! This story is dedicated to her three kids Aqeelah, Ameer & Asad :). *** To Unlock More Content Visit www.patreon.com/mrshashimi to enjoy some E-books, coloring pages and more***  Sound Effects Obtained from freesound.org and zapsplat.com

Omari and Wakeel rush indoors as a thunderstorm hits their neighborhood. Jolting sounds and scary sights fill their afternoon, as the boys experience their first thunderstorm. Their family stays safe indoors. Baba uses this opportunity to share a new perspective on how the lightening and rumblings of thunder are a means to remember and glorify Allah. This story was sponsored by Sr. Lauren for her kids Omari, Wakeel and Amalia. I hope you enjoyed this episode :). *****To unlock more content by Mrs. Hashimi such as E-books or coloring pages, visit the Patreon Page https://www.patreon.com/mrshashimi ***** Sound Effects Obtained from zapsplat.com & freesound.org

Zayneb and Amelia's family get ready for the start of a new school year by going shopping at a nearby superstore for school supplies. The girls talk about their worries of starting a new school where they don't know anyone. Mama & Baba offer a helpful duaa for their unique situation.  This story was sponsored by Br. Ali & Sr. Sama for their kids Zayneb, Amelia and Ibrahim. I hope you enjoyed your episode! ------ Click Below to Unlock E-Books By Mrs. Hashimi ------ https://www.patreon.com/mrshashimi

Zunayrah attends a picnic where she buys a yummy blue colored snow cone. When she trips and falls over a tree root, her snow cone lands on the ground, melting away into the dirt. Zunayrah goes from being angry at the tree, to hugging it! Tune in to find out how!  This episode was sponsored by Sr. Mehveen for her daughter Zunayrah.  Hadith Reference: https://sunnah.com/bukhari:3584    E-BOOKS UPLOADED HERE for $1 : https://www.patreon.com/mrshashimi    Sound Effects Obtained from zapsplat.com and freesound.org

Mama & Baba cheer Maryam up as they finish packing up their home in preparation of a big move. Moving can be challenging for anyone -young or old, but sometimes it helps to add a little bit of playfulness in challenging moments, like this one Maryam faced.  Special Thanks to Br. Ali Memon, Host of Corporate Majlis Podcast, for his voicing of Baba.  This episode was sponsored by Sr. Komal for her daughter Maryam. I hope you enjoyed this story :). --------------------------------- MEET ME ONLINE! Virtual Event Tickets for Saturday Aug. 5th @ 11 am Central time (Google Meets Video Session) https://www.eventbrite.com/e/whats-in-a-name-tickets-675607027807?aff=oddtdtcreator Sound Effects obtained from freesound.org & zapsplat.com

Zayneb makes a new young friend at the swimming pool. Zayneb and her cousin, Madina teach this new friend some water tricks. This experience at the pool reminds the kids of an important practice - reciting Bismillah when doing new things! Special Thanks to Br. Ali Memon, host of Corporate Majlis Podcast and his daughter Isla for her voicing of Zayneb. This episode is sponsored by Sr. Omrana & Br. Bilal for their daughter Zayneb.  --------------------- VIRTUAL EVENT - What's In a Name? Come Meet Me Online as I Interact with my dear kid listeners in a read aloud session with discussions, games, and Q&A time. Click on the link below to purchase your tickets for Saturday Aug. 5th @ 11:00am Central Time https://www.eventbrite.com/e/whats-in-a-name-tickets-675607027807?aff=oddtdtcreator Sound effects obtained from zapsplat.com and freesound.org