THEME
Compassion Understanding and Gratitude
The Lil Muslim Readers will start their thoughtful reading adventure with Biographies of two historical figures whose life and accomplishments became an eye opener for the world and inspiration for many.
Helen Keller & Louis Braille
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| This 2003 coin highlights an image of Helen Keller who accomplished much despite being both deaf and blind |
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This beautiful 2009 Louis Braille Silver
Dollar commemorates the 200th anniversary of the birth of Louis Braille,
inventor of the Braille system, which is used by the blind to read and write.
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Recommended Books
All reading levels are mere suggestions. Parents can read the books to the kids if preferred. The point is to enjoy the reading together and have healthy discussions :)
Reading Level 1 (Kindergarten -1st Grade)
Reading Level 2 (2nd Grade +)
Reading Level 3 (4th Grade +)
Note:
Who was Hellen Keller, is an excellent book in respect in offering much more details than other books on Helen Keller. But you may want to read pages 92 and 95 yourself first as you may need to discuss them with your kids depending on their age and maturity level.
Advanced and Mature Readers
It is an interesting read with quite an array of topics that can be discussed in the light of Islam, bringing a better understanding of the hikmah (wisdom) and importance of our Deen. Example: religion, socialism,
If we can teach our children to draw out such lessons in whatever they come across in life, it would be a Blessing from Allah! May Allah help us achieve that Ameen.
Recommended Videos
Hellen Keller
(Is available on youtube and in public libraries and amazon)
Louis Braille
For some reason I am not able to insert the video here, but you can find this 36 min video on you tube by this title: Young Heroes: Louise Braille
SAFE YOU TUBE VIEWING OPTION
For safe usage of you tube please download the extension YTO (you tube options) to your google chrome browser and be free from any annoying adds or unwanted recommended videos.
All reading levels are mere suggestions. Parents can read the books to the kids if preferred. The point is to enjoy the reading together and have healthy discussions :)
Reading Level 1 (Kindergarten -1st Grade)
Reading Level 2 (2nd Grade +)
Reading Level 3 (4th Grade +)
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| A lovely book as it includes quotes from Helen Keller. |
Note:
Who was Hellen Keller, is an excellent book in respect in offering much more details than other books on Helen Keller. But you may want to read pages 92 and 95 yourself first as you may need to discuss them with your kids depending on their age and maturity level.
Advanced and Mature Readers
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| Some concepts may need discussion to bring clarity in the readers mind |
If we can teach our children to draw out such lessons in whatever they come across in life, it would be a Blessing from Allah! May Allah help us achieve that Ameen.
Recommended Videos
Hellen Keller
(Is available on youtube and in public libraries and amazon)
Louis Braille
For some reason I am not able to insert the video here, but you can find this 36 min video on you tube by this title: Young Heroes: Louise Braille
SAFE YOU TUBE VIEWING OPTION
For safe usage of you tube please download the extension YTO (you tube options) to your google chrome browser and be free from any annoying adds or unwanted recommended videos.
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