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Once in a while, I'd search up recommended book lists for kiddo's age and shortlist a bunch of titles after reading reviews on Amazon and Goodreads. So I shortlisted about 10 books recently and we found a few of them in Tampines Regional Library! In fact, only one of the titles on my list can't be found in . We're so blessed to have access to excellent collections in public libraries here alhamdulillah!

Besides the English books I wanted her to read, the kiddo was also excited to find a wide range of Warm Hearts comic book series in Malay. I would recommend this series! Each volume is standalone and the stories are touching ones about family and friendships.

Public libraries here have reopened, but we're limited to 30 mins per visit and seating areas are blocked off, so the game here is grab-and-go. I happen to be very good at this because I always look up the call numbers and shelf numbers in advance. 😁 Kiddo currently has the maximum of 16 books loaned out on her account, which should keep her occupied for awhile before we need to go back.

I have something super important I want to say. I kindly request that you take just a moment to read this 🍏

I’m seeing more and more file hosting sites collecting digital resources and eBooks to share with other people, as well as resource files being spread through things like WhatsApp.

I get it, you want to spread the good. However it is important to understand that in the vast majority of cases, uploading and sharing files is against copyright and brings about many issues.

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿?

Firstly most content creators, authors and bloggers who create resources put in a great deal of time and money in creating that material (even the content they give freely.)
When you share the files instead of the page link then it stops other people visiting their site and so the author doesn’t know people want these resources and may not produce more.

Secondly, many sisters are trying to find a way to earn money through their site so that they can work from home (everyone has bills to pay). Preventing people visiting their site may make the difference between them being able to pay a bill or not.

Yes our sustenance is from Allah, but we still have to tie our camel.

𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐥𝐞𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐛𝐞 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐡

More important than the explanation above, it is imperative when it comes to Islamic material that authors are clearly known and identified so that we know where the information has come from and we can see sources to know whether they are sound or not. This is to preserve the Deen upon truth and protect it against falsehood.

The argument that knowledge should be given fisabillah - these sisters who create free material do give it fisabillah which is why it’s even more important not to take their files to share.
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If a sister realises there is an error in one of her resources then she can edit and correct it along with a public announcement to notify everyone of the mistake in her work and the correction.
If her files have been taken and shared on other platforms not her own, then now we have the situation where we find incorrect material published out in the world than can not be changed.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼?

Simple....just share the original webpage link where others can also access the resource or ebook. Sharing page links means there is full transparency of ownership and you still get to help share good. Everyone wins.

If you receive a file someone has sent you, then please verify whether you have the permission to use and distribute from the content creator.

𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐝

Never should paid resources & eBooks ever be hosted and distributed - this is theft in the same way as taking goods without paying for them from a physical store to share with friends is.

Please respect and honour the rights of others. 🍓

For further information regarding copyright and Islam please see this answer from Sheikh Ubayaad al-Jaabari translated by Rasheed ibn Estes Barbee and shared by Authentic Statements
https://twitter.com/asbookstore/status/1248875064503787525?s=12

Thank you for taking the time to read🍓

Umm Khadeeeja
amuslimhomeschool.com

COVID-19 Journal: Keeping Track Of Historic Times - Little Day Out These times are something which we are unlikely to forget. At the same time, keeping a COVID-19 journal is one way to capture how we are feeling and, perhaps, can even be a bit cathartic.

We're trying to make the most out of the current not-quite-a-lockdown (they call it "circuit breaker") situation here in SG 🇸🇬. With school closed, we spend much less time and effort on the logistical aspects of school, freeing up more time for studies. ❤️ We have been reviewing the tajweed rules the kiddo learnt previously, and she's progressed to reciting the Qur'an while applying the rules. We also study the tafseer together, alongside the aLIVE madrasah lesson plans uploaded online each week during this closure period. The surah covered this term is Al-Balad, one she's familiar with but hasn't read the tafseer for. I almost wish school closure will continue through Ramadhan so we have more time for during the blessed month!

We're trying to make the most out of the current not-quite-a-lockdown (they call it "circuit breaker") situation here in SG 🇸🇬. With school closed, we spend much less time and effort on the logistical aspects of school, freeing up more time for #Quran studies. ❤️ We have been reviewing the tajweed rules the kiddo learnt previously, and she's progressed to reciting the Qur'an while applying the rules. We also study the tafseer together, alongside the @alive.sg lesson plans uploaded online each week during this closure period. The surah covered this term is Al-Balad, one she's familiar with but hasn't read the tafseer for. I almost wish school closure will continue through Ramadhan so we have more time for #quranstudy during the blessed month! #14daystoramadhan #homeplayschool #muslimhomeschool #homeschool #islamichomeschooling #islamiceducation #learningthequran #quranforkids

Add some colour to your stay home routine and do your bit in the effort to fight COVID-19. Download and colour this fun sketch by local artist Yip Yew Chong on a day in COVID-19 Singapore and send us your unique artwork to stand a chance to win exciting prizes. Razer will donate $1 to an organization dedicated to fighting COVID-19 in Singapore for each participant in this contest. Kids and adults are all welcome to participate.

Stay Home and Color Contest - A Sketch by Yip Yew Chong Color this fun sketch by local artist Yip Yew Chong on a day in COVID-19 Singapore and stand a chance to win exciting prizes.

I've enjoyed The Awkward Yeti - Nick Seluk's Heart and Brain webcomic for many years now and I even bought the books, which the kiddo discovered and practically claimed for herself. Apparently, he writes children's books now, too, and this one is AWESOME! It talks about the solar system, the seasons, the water cycle and more, in a kid-friendly and humorous way. Can't wait to read the next title (The Brain is Kind of a Big Deal) when Public Libraries Singapore has it!

I've enjoyed @theawkwardyeti's Heart and Brain webcomic for many years now and I even bought the books, which the kiddo discovered and practically claimed for herself. Apparently, he writes children's books now, too, and this one is AWESOME! It talks about the solar system, the seasons, the water cycle and more, in a kid-friendly and humorous way. Can't wait to read the next title (The Brain is Kind of a Big Deal) when @publiclibrarysg has it! #homeplayschool #homeplayschoolreads #bookstagram #nowreading #picturebooks #nickseluk #scholasticbooks

Axel Scheffler has illustrated a digital book for primary school age children, free for anyone to read on-screen or print out, about the coronavirus and the measures taken to control it.

The book answers key questions in simple language appropriate for 5- to 9-year-olds:

• What is the coronavirus?
• How do you catch the coronavirus?
• What happens if you catch the coronavirus?
• Why are people worried about catching the coronavirus?
• Is there a cure for the coronavirus?
• Why are some places we normally go to closed?
• What can I do to help?
• What’s going to happen next?

Released today: a free information book explaining the coronavirus to children, illustrated by Gruffalo illustrator Axel Scheffler | Nosy Crow Back Released today: a free information book explaining the coronavirus to children, illustrated by Gruffalo illustrator Axel Scheffler April 6, 2020 Axel Scheffler has illustrated a digital book for primary school age children, free for anyone to read on screen or print out, about the coronavirus a...

How I keep the kiddo focused and accountable while on : I collate the instructions from her teachers into a daily to-do list which she has to check off. The HBL plan released by her school appears to have all the work neatly listed down, but in reality, the teachers tack on additional tasks or instructions via Google Classroom, ClassDojo or other channels. Pulling them all together in a list helps a lot in organising the "school" day at home. She'll eventually have to write up the daily to-do list on her own when I need to start running my online lectures later. Today was only the first day of home-based learning here in Singapore and she settled into it quite smoothly since we already went through the process for a week previously.

How I keep the kiddo focused and accountable while on #homebasedlearning: I collate the instructions from her teachers into a daily to-do list which she has to check off. The HBL plan released by her school appears to have all the work neatly listed down, but in reality, the teachers tack on additional tasks or instructions via Google Classroom, ClassDojo or other channels. Pulling them all together in a list helps a lot in organising the "school" day at home. She'll eventually have to write up the daily to-do list on her own when I need to start running my online lectures later. Today was only the first day of home-based learning here in Singapore and she settled into it quite smoothly since we already went through the process for a week previously. #homeplayschool #distancelearning #sgunited

I updated this on my store today with new clipart, so if you have purchased it, do download the updated file! If you're thinking of purchasing it, there's now a free sample available too, consisting of four alphabets. Hop over to my TPT store to get it: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Homeplayschool

I updated this #printable on my #TeachersPayTeachers store today with new clipart, so if you have purchased it, do download the updated file! If you're thinking of purchasing it, there's now a free sample available too, consisting of four alphabets. Hop over to my TPT store (link in profile) to get it. #homeplayschool #homeschool #arabicforkids #preschoolprintables #muslimhomeschool #learningarabic #animalalphabet #colouringpages #coloringpages #arabiclanguage #distancelearning #homelearning

In light of the recent COVID-19 measures taking place this week, we know that many families will be affected financially and socially, so we have decided to do this webinar for free. However, registration is still required so that we can email you the password to join the webinar. Those who have paid will get your refund. Happening this weekend!


"Moderateness: Muslim Parenting Beyond 2020" is a webinar brought to you by .sg and . In this webinar, we discuss how Muslim families can excel in our lives on earth and the hereafter. In light of the spread of coronavirus, this seminar will be held online, so all you need is a phone or laptop and a stable WiFi connection.


We have two esteemed speakers who will be speaking on the following topics:
1) Parenting: Balancing Risk & Rizq - Brother Mohd Ali, recipient of the President Outstanding Social Worker Award & Associate Lecturer at SUSS.
• Brother Mohd Ali will be discussing how Muslim families can prepare for a rapidly changing social landscape beyond 2020.


2) Parenting for Now and the Hereafter - Ustazah Shameem Sultanah
• Ustazah will give pointers to equip us with skills to guide our children in balancing between dunya and akhirah.


At $20/pass, your whole family will be able to sit down together and learn together!


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