Description
The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him really stressed how important neighbors are. He talked about neighbors much that his Companions thought he would make them heirs. In Islam being good to neighbors is not something nice to do it is something that God wants us to do. When kids see someone they love being good to neighbors it makes an impression on them.
The story "Grandma Fatima and Her Neighbors" from the "Manarah Akhlaq. Arabic Stories" series teaches kids about what the Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him said about neighbors. The main character, Grandma Fatima is an warm woman who always tries to do what the Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him taught about neighbors. Kids get to see Grandma Fatimas world, where people are always helping each other. They share food visit people who're sick and comfort people who are lonely.
What kids learn from this story is:
- How the Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him wanted us to treat our neighbors
- That being good to neighbors is a way to worship God
- Visiting people and helping those in need is a great way to show love for God
- When people are good to their neighbors good things happen in their homes and neighborhoods
- That helping our community is a part of life
Grandma Fatima is a character who shows kids what it means to be a good Muslim. The story is written in Arabic that kids can understand and it has nice pictures that make kids feel happy and like they belong. "Grandma Fatima and Her Neighbors" is a book for kids aged 4 to 8 to read with their families or in school. It is part of the "Manarah Akhlaq" series, which has other great Arabic stories, for kids.
