Ramadan writing activities might not be top of your priority list while planning for Ramadan but if you homeschool you know what a struggle Ramadan homeschooling can be. It’s a challenge to balance schooling with fasting and other ibaadah. Some families like to take the whole month off but for others that just isn’t an option. If you are homeschooling this Ramadan you likely want to introduce Ramadan content into your lessons so that you can make the most of each precious hour.
Here are 5 ideas for a range of ages to develop their writing skills while still focusing on Ramadan and ibaadah!
Ramadan Flip Book
This Ramadan flipbook is perfect for kids aged 7-11. It focuses on the main questions of Ramadan like what is Ramadan and who fasts the month? These may seem like obvious questions but children often can’t express the answers succinctly. It comes with a handy information sheet and is even great for non-Muslim kids to learn about Ramadan.
Lots of kids are reluctant writers and this Ramadan writing activity is engaging and gets kids excited.
Ramadan Copywork
Another Ramadan writing activity that is great for primary-aged kids is copywork. Ramadan is the month of the Qur’an but many children haven’t built the fluency to read it quite yet. Qur’anic copywork is a great way to connect and reflect on the Qur’an while also improving letter formation and stamina.
If you would like a free copywork pdf that features 10 verses relating to patience and gratitude, sign up here. Subscribers… you can find it in the free resource library here.
If you would like to learn more about the benefits of Qur’anic copywork…read all about it here!
Ramadan Writing Prompts
Ramadan writing prompts are a great independent activity. Ramadan is a very busy month for you and any writing prompts like copywork do not require a lot of teacher/parent input. You can use a range of writing prompts for example a story prompt about an unexpected guest at iftar time or a descriptive prompt about a favourite Ramadan memory. The above set are free to download in from the Free Resource Library, just sign up here or access here if you have already signed up.
Write your own Ramadan News Report
A much more comprehensive Ramadan writing activity is this Ramadan News Report unit. It guides students through the different components of news articles and helps them write their own step-by-step. Writing is a major focus of my homeschool this year and informational writing is a key component of most curricula. The Ramadan News Report unit helps us cover a core style of writing whilst still engaging with Ramadan.
✨ Features:
- ✏️ Step-by-step guidance – no complicated teacher guide needed.
- 📚 Ramadan-themed texts – relatable for Muslim kids.
- 📏 National Curriculum Aligned – tick all the boxes
- 🚫 No Prep – Just print and go
- 🖨️ Printer Friendly – Attractive for kids but printer ink friendly!
🔍 What’s Inside:
- 🗺️ Step-by-Step Guidance: Clear breakdown for easy understanding.
- 📄 Model Texts: 17 pages of exemplary texts aligned with Islamic values.
- 🌙 Thematic Approach: Connect with Ramadan on a personal level.
- 📚 Exercises and Final Project: Reinforce learning with engaging activities.
- 📝 Educational Value: Suitable for UK KS2 and US Grades 3-5.
- 🎓 Ideal for Ages 8-11
- 🌐 No Complicated Teacher Guide Needed: Parent-friendly design.
- 🌟 Interactive and Engaging: Sparks interest in every session.
Available in the Teach Me Islam Shop, Etsy and TPT.
Ramadan Essay
Older kids who have outgrown craftivities can still join in the Ramadan writing. Ramadan essays are a good opportunity to practice essay structure and writing. By focusing on Islamic topics essays, there are benefits at every stage bithnillah, beginning with the research stage.
Suggested topics could include:
✏️How the Salaf prepared for and worshipped in Ramadan
✏️Why Ramadan is called the month of the Qur’an
✏️How Ramadan is different to other months
Free resources to help you teach kids about Islam
I hope you have found these Ramadan writing activities helpful. If you would like to get a FREE resource to help your kids practice their writing skills then join the mailing list here to download a Quranic copywork set full of verses about patience and gratitude and gain access to the free resource library.
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