Extra classes can sometimes harm school performance. Learn how silent schedule conflicts affect children and how parents can fix them without stress.

Your child studies. They revise. They tell you, “I understand it.” Then the test result comes back, and it doesn’t reflect the effort at all. This is one of the most confusing and painful experiences for parents. You saw your child sit with their books. You heard them read aloud. You even asked questions and got answers. So why did everything disappear during the test? The problem is not laziness. It is not low intelligence. It is something called the study illusion. and it

Many parents want the best for their children. They want them to grow with good manners, strong values, and a clear sense of right and wrong. Yet in today’s busy world, raising children with solid Islamic character can feel confusing and overwhelming. Schools teach academics, society teaches trends, and screens compete for attention. In all of this, one question remains important: where does Tarbiyya truly begin? The answer is simple. Tarbiyya starts at home. Before teachers,

During the holidays, children quietly learn powerful life lessons—often without parents realizing it. This article reveals the one daily habit that shapes a child’s values more than screen time, gifts, or outings. Learn how simple, consistent routines during school breaks can strengthen character, support Islamic upbringing, and help children grow with purpose, balance, and discipline—without pressure or long study hours

Holidays are meant to be a time of rest and joy, but for many parents, they quietly come with anxiety. Children stay up late, wake up late, spend more time on screens, and slowly drift away from their Qur’an routine. Days turn into weeks, and before you know it, the consistency your child worked so hard to build during the term feels lost. If you’ve been worried about this, you’re not alone. The good news is that children don’t need long study hours or strict schedules to sta

The holidays often begin with excitement. No school rush, no early mornings, more rest, more play. But after a few days, many parents notice something else creeping in: late bedtimes, endless screen time, missed prayers, forgotten surahs, and a complete break from Islamiyyah routines. Quietly, a worry settles in: “Are we losing all the progress my child made this year?” If you’ve felt this concern, take a deep breath. Spiritual consistency during the holidays is possible, but

Have you ever watched your child study something today and completely forget it tomorrow? Maybe they memorised a surah, an Arabic word, or a lesson, and the next time you asked, it was like they never learned it at all. It can be frustrating for parents and discouraging for the child. But before you conclude that your child has a “poor memory,” pause. Forgetfulness is not the real problem. The real issue is the method. Children remember what is taught in the right way, at the

It can be worrying when a child who is full of energy and excitement suddenly becomes quiet, restless, or resistant the moment Islamiyyah class begins. Many parents see their children happily completing schoolwork, engaging with digital devices, and enjoying hobbies, yet struggle to generate the same enthusiasm when it comes to learning the Qur’an, Arabic, or general Islamic studies. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. The truth is that most children do not naturally d

It always happens when you’re not expecting it. You’re helping with homework, arranging dinner, or having a normal conversation, and your child suddenly uses a word or phrase that clearly didn’t come from home. Not necessarily a terrible word, but something off… something you know they picked up from school. You pause and feel that small jolt of worry. And you think, “Oh no… where did they learn that?” If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Almost every parent faces this

If your child comes home from school looking like they’ve just run a marathon, you’re not alone. Many parents envision evenings filled with Qur’an practice, revision, and peaceful recitation, but reality can look very different. Kids drop their bags, look for food, complain about homework, and sometimes just want to lie down and do absolutely nothing. And honestly? That’s normal. School drains them mentally, emotionally, and sometimes even physically. However, the good news i

Friendship is one of the greatest blessings Allah gives us. For our children, friends shape how they think, act, and even believe. That’s why, as parents, it’s not enough to just hope our kids find “good company,” we must guide them to it. In a world where influence spreads faster than ever, helping children build friendships with strong Islamic values is one of the best gifts we can give. Good Friends Build Good Character Children are like soft clay; they take the shape of w

A few weeks into the school term, the excitement of resumption begins to fade. Homework piles up, teachers start giving quizzes, and suddenly, the pressure to “keep up” begins to show. Parents begin reminding children to study more, while children start feeling the weight of weekly tests and classroom competition. It’s not exam season yet, but stress is already building quietly. This is the perfect time to help your child learn the beautiful balance between working hard and t

As parents, we beam with pride when our children excel in school. But deep down, we feel that gentle tug of worry when we notice something slipping in their Qur’an memorization. The child who once recited Surahs with sparkle in their voice now says, “I’m tired, I have homework.” You nod in understanding, but your heart aches a little. You wonder, “How can we balance both without losing the beauty of the Qur’an?” This struggle is real for many Muslim parents. The good news? It

Most kids have ideas that make adults smile or laugh. “What if cars could jump over traffic?” “What if we had a robot dog that did homework?” But sometimes, what sounds silly at first is the start of something great. Think about it. Every big invention began with a “what if?” Someone once said, “What if we could talk through a screen?” and we got video calls. Another asked, “What if we could carry voices in our pocket?” and the world got the iPod. So what if your child’s next

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School has just resumed, and for many parents, a big question is back on the table: how can my child do well in school without losing touch with Islamic studies? We want them to shine in maths and science, but we also want their hearts full of Qur’an, good manners, and love for Allah. Balancing both worlds may look hard, but with the right approach, it can be a beautiful journey. And the best part is, children are very capable of handling both when guided gently.

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