Getting Back on Track After Winter Break: Tips for Teachers
Get back on track after the winter break with these tips and create a“1st Day Back Lesson Plan” or even the “1st Week Back Lesson Plan”
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January 3, 2026
The 1447-1448 Hijri Calendar Template for the 2025-2026 School Year
The 1447–1448 Hijri Calendar Template offers Muslim educators a practical tool to align the school year with the Islamic lunar calendar. By integrating Hijri dates into planning, schools foster spiritual awareness, connect students to Islamic history, and promote a faith-centered rhythm of learning throughout the academic year.
July 4, 2025
Things every Muslim teacher should do during the winter break to revitalize
Teaching is demanding work (more on this later). Winter break comes just as we feel our energy reserves are coming to an end. Us and our students start looking forward…
December 19, 2024
Part 4 Lesson 3: Having a Hopeful Mindset for Ending the School Year on a Positive Note
A four parts series on Ending the School Year on a Positive Note: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 In this last of the 4…
June 18, 2024
Part 3 Lesson 2: Having a Mindset of Humbleness for Ending the School Year on a Positive Note
A four parts series on Ending the School Year on a Positive Note: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 In this Part 3 of a…
June 17, 2024
Part 2 Lesson 1: Having a Mindset of Gratitude for Ending the School Year on a Positive Note
A four parts series on Ending the School Year on a Positive Note: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 In this first lesson from Surah…
June 16, 2024
Part 1-Introduction: Ending the School Year on a Positive Note
A four parts series on Ending the School Year on a Positive Note: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 Indeed, deeds are based on their…
June 15, 2024
What do I know about Palestine?
While some Muslim children may know the importance of Palestine for Muslims, many are unable to provide details and/or are unable to articulate the reasons clearly. Even more are unable…
November 5, 2023
Five tips for Muslim teachers to start the school year on a positive note
The first second of the first minute of the first hour of the first day of school is the most important. First impressions are the most lasting. I created this…
August 26, 2023
Reframing the school calendar within the Islamic worldview
Download the free template for the 1447-1448 Hijri Calendar for the 2025-2026 School Calendar Template features: Customize for your school, integrate school events, track number of PD and School Days…
August 13, 2023