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The lesson opens with an honest question about the winter blues before settling into its five points. Fasting in winter is introduced through a Hadith in Tirmidhī. The night prayer receives the most attention: Qur’an As-Sajdah verse 16–17 is quoted in full, Abū Sulaymān al-Dārānī speaks to the joy of qiyām al-layl, and learners are given practical tips for waking for tahajjud. The Hadith in Bukhārī on Hell-fire breathing out in summer and winter anchors the section on gratitude. The session closes with accepted times for duʿa and the specific duʿas for rain, thunder, and wind. Learners are asked to reflect and respond throughout, not simply to listen.

This session covers:

• Winter as a fasting opportunity: The session cites the Hadith in Tirmidhī in which our beloved Prophet ﷺ described fasting in winter as easy, and encourages learners to use the season for qaḍā fasts and voluntary days such as Mondays and Thursdays.
• The night prayer and its reward: Learners engage with tahajjud through Qur’an 32:16–17, a Hadith in Tirmidhī on qiyām al-layl, and the personal reflection of Abū Sulaymān al-Dārānī. Practical advice on waking for tahajjud is included.
• Hell-fire as a reminder: The Hadith in Bukhārī is presented in which Hell-fire complained to Allah and was permitted to breathe out, with the extreme heat of summer and bitter cold of winter given as the result.
• Gratitude and concern for others: Learners list specific blessings and discuss how to thank Allah. The session includes the account of Saʿīd al-Kalbī, who wept during a cold night out of compassion for the poor of the Ummah.
• Duʿas for winter conditions: The session covers accepted times for duʿa, citing a Hadith in Ḥākim, and teaches the specific duʿas for rain, thunder, and wind, with their Arabic text.

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The lesson opens by establishing Dhul Hijjah as one of the four sacred months in Islam, a month of mercy and forgiveness that mirrors the blessing of Ramadan. Through the words of our beloved Prophet ﷺ, learners discover that good deeds performed during these ten days are more beloved to Allah than good deeds performed at any other time of the year, and that the very best deed during these days is dhikr: filling the tongue and heart with tahlil, takbir, and tahmid.

Day by day, learners are guided through a beautiful and practical breakdown of what to do throughout the ten days: fasting as many days as possible from the 1st to the 8th, the mighty fast of the Day of ʿArafah on the 9th which wipes away two years of sins, the joyful sunnahs and qurbani of Eid al-Adha on the 10th, and the continued dhikr and takbirat of tashriq through the Days of Tashriq until after ʿasr on the 13th. The full text and translation of the takbirat at-tashriq is presented clearly for learners to memorise and carry with them.

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The lesson addresses a common challenge: praying salah like a robot, simply going through the motions without real feeling. Young Muslims learn that Allah wants us to fill our hearts with complete humility, respect, love, and awe for Him, transforming worship from empty actions into meaningful devotion. By understanding the purpose and secrets behind acts of worship, especially the 5 pillars of Islam, children can worship Allah in the best manner.

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Part 1: The Month of Blessings and Self-Discipline

• Introduces learners to the three levels of fasting as taught by Imam al-Ghazali, helping them understand that true fasting extends beyond abstaining from food and drink
• Explores the purpose of fasting and its connection to attaining taqwa, discovering how Ramadan trains the nafs and develops self-discipline
• Guides learners to differentiate between the fasting of lay people, the elite, and the super-elite
• Opens the door to tasting the sweetness of worship through practical strategies for salah (especially qiyam), Quran recitation, dhikr, duʿa, charity, and helping Allah’s creation
• Provides group activities to explore how to truly connect with Allah and enjoy worship beyond mere ritual

Part 2: Digging Deeper

• Deepens understanding by exploring the connection between fasting and ihsan, strengthening muraqabah (consciousness of Allah)
• Examines how Ramadan develops the three types of sabr and cultivates shukr (gratitude) through practical reflection
• Guides learners to create personalised Ramadan checklists covering morning adhkar, duʿa throughout the fast, Quran recitation, charity, and family engagement
• Explores the magnificent Laylat al-Qadr, understanding why it is the greatest night and learning the special duʿa asking Allah by His Name al-Afuww
• Emphasises istighfar and tawbah, encouraging learners to sincerely turn back to Allah and begin a new life post-Ramadan

Perfect for Level 10 learners (ages 14+) in madrasahs, homeschools, and Islamic study circles, this resource nurtures hearts and minds through authentic Quranic tarbiyah rooted in the values of servitude, excellence, and a pure heart, preparing young Muslims to embrace Ramadan with intention, understanding, and love for Allah.

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Part 1: Quranic Focus and Action Planning

• Begins with a comprehensive exploration of Surah al-Baqarah (2:183-187), guiding learners to extrapolate timeless lessons directly from Allah’s words
• Revisits the three levels of fasting taught by Imam al-Ghazali, understanding how this blessed month moves beyond the outward act to transform the heart
• Guides learners to develop personalised Ramadan action plans that balance worship between themselves and Allah with their responsibilities towards people
• Explores how to taste the sweetness of ibadah through Quran recitation with tadabbur, salah with khushu, meaningful dhikr and tafakkur, and duʿa at the best times
• Provides practical guidance on strengthening akhlaq, practising charity, honouring parents, and maintaining silat al-rahim
• Identifies actions to avoid including backbiting, arguing, and excessive social media use

Part 2: A Heart Attached to Allah

• Explores how Ramadan trains the heart, cultivates ikhlas through secret deeds, and addresses both actions and diseases of the heart
• Unveils ten powerful intentions to renew throughout the fast, transforming each moment into an act of worship
• Discovers the extraordinary blessings of suhur, understanding why our beloved Prophet ﷺ emphasised this pre-dawn meal as a means of following the Sunnah, gaining strength for worship, and receiving special salam from Allah and His Angels
• Delves into the magnificence of Laylat al-Qadr with its dual meaning of decree and glory, learning the special duʿa asking Allah by His Name al-Afuww
• Emphasises Ramadan as a month of training where fasting expiates sins, disciplines the nafs, and allows believers to taste the sweetness of worship

Perfect for Level 11 learners (ages 15+) in madrasahs, homeschools, and Islamic study circles, this lesson nurtures hearts through authentic Quranic tarbiyah rooted in the values of servitude, pure heart, and excellence.

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Part 1: Gift of Ramadan and Fasting

• Explores why Ramadan is so special, understanding how the doors of Jannah open, the doors of Jahannam close, and the shayatin are chained
• Discovers Ramadan as the month of the Quran, fasting, forgiveness, mercy, duʿa, generosity, good deeds, and freedom from Hell-fire
• Examines the connection between fasting and taqwa through Surah al-Baqarah (2:183), understanding how temporarily making halal things haram trains learners to say no to their nafs
• Unveils eight powerful reasons why we fast, from attaining taqwa and protection from Hell-fire to receiving a surprise reward from Allah
• Explores the three opportunities for complete forgiveness through fasting Ramadan, performing qiyam, and standing in prayer on Laylat al-Qadr, all with iman and hoping for reward
• Provides practical guidance on protecting your fast, controlling anger and tongue, and responding when provoked
• Identifies optimum times for duʿa in Ramadan and introduces general and specific dhikr practices
• Includes role play activities and good deed calendar creation

Part 2: Quran and Laylat al-Qadr

• Explores how to strengthen bonds with the Quran through Surah al-Baqarah (2:185), understanding Ramadan as the month when the Quran was revealed
• Provides practical tips including reciting fixed portions daily, reading or listening to tafsir, asking “what is Allah telling ME?”, and revising memorisation
• Guides learners on how to taste the sweetness of qiyam, addressing common struggles like tiredness during tarawih
• Unveils the magnificence of Laylat al-Qadr, explaining why this night is super special and memorising Surah al-Qadr with translation
• Teaches the special duʿa for Laylat al-Qadr asking Allah by His Name al-Afuww
• Explores how to make duʿa properly with praise, salawat, istighfar, and supplication for oneself and the ummah
• Identifies the three special times for duʿa in Ramadan: during the entire fast, before iftar, and in the last third of night in sujud

Perfect for Level 9 learners (ages 13+) in madrasahs, homeschools, and Islamic study circles, this presentation nurtures hearts through authentic Quranic tarbiyah rooted in the values of servitude, excellence, and beautiful character.

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Part 1: Preparing for Ramadan

• Explores the profound connection between fasting and taqwa through Surah al-Baqarah (2:183), discovering how temporarily making halal things haram trains learners to say no to their nafs
• Unveils the unique reward of fasting where Allah personally declares that fasting is for Him alone, and learns about the two moments of joy awaiting every fasting person
• Discovers that the smell from the fasting person’s mouth is more fragrant to Allah than musk
• Creates comprehensive lists of actions to embrace and avoid during Ramadan through collaborative group activities
• Actions to do include fasting, Quran recitation, qiyam, dhikr, duʿa, charity, beneficial lectures, and silat al-rahim
• Actions to avoid include backbiting, arguing (especially with siblings), foul language, social media, wasting time, looking at haram, and overeating
• Learns how to protect the fast and what to say when someone insults or argues with them
• Memorises the beautiful duʿa after opening the fast
• Creates inspiring good deed calendars to motivate worship throughout Ramadan

Part 2: The Month of Quran and Laylat al-Qadr

• Explores Ramadan as the month of the Quran through Surah al-Baqarah (2:185), understanding that this is when the Quran was revealed as guidance for mankind
• Provides practical tips for strengthening Quran bonds including reciting fixed portions daily, reading or listening to tafsir, asking “what is Allah telling ME?”, and revising memorisation
• Discovers the three magnificent opportunities for complete forgiveness through fasting Ramadan, performing qiyam, and standing in prayer on Laylat al-Qadr, all with iman and hoping for reward
• Addresses common challenges like finding tarawih tiring and provides practical solutions for performing qiyam with excellence
• Explores what makes Laylat al-Qadr super special and memorises the special duʿa asking Allah by His Name al-Afuww
• Learns proper duʿa etiquette including praise, salawat, istighfar, and supplication for oneself and the ummah
• Identifies the three special times for duʿa in Ramadan: during the entire fast, before iftar, and in the last third of night in sujud

Perfect for Level 8 learners (ages 12+) in madrasahs, homeschools, and Islamic study circles, this presentation nurtures hearts through authentic Quranic tarbiyah rooted in the values of servitude, excellence, and responsibility.

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The nashid beautifully depicts Grandad’s iʿtikaf during the last ten days, showing devotion and seeking forgiveness. Learners experience the cycle of Ramadan, from the first moon sighting to Eid celebrations, nurturing love for this sacred month.

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Through simple, clear language, learners discover that fasting is a great act of worship and that Allah loves those who fast. The lesson nurtures gratitude by teaching young learners that fasting makes us thankful for the food and water we have every day, whilst helping us remember people around the world who don’t have enough food and water.

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