Once Upon A Crescent: Muslim Kids Podcast
Once Upon a Crescent is a collection of Islamic bedtime stories for children. Written and produced by a Muslim elementary school teacher, these stories aim to impart Islamic morals to kids through light-hearted storytelling. Not only are stories a great way to settle into a bedtime routine, but they also provide rich opportunities for meaningful dialogue between parent and child. Snuggle up with your little one and feel free to use this podcast as a starting point to talk about Islamic values. My goal is to facilitate some important moral conversations by introducing Islamic values with storytelling. For more information go to MrsHashimi.com
Episodes
Episodes
Saturday Jan 16, 2021
Amani & Ayah’s Merciful Deed
Saturday Jan 16, 2021
Saturday Jan 16, 2021
When Amani & Ayah have to drop off biryani to their elderly neighbor, Rashid Dada, they learn a valuable lesson about being merciful to those who are less able than them. With freezing temperatures outside, these sisters must push through the bitter cold weather to deliver food in the neighborhood. Often, merciful deeds can bring their own sweet rewards in little ways!
Special thanks to Corporate Majlis podcast host Ali Memon for lending his voice. Also, shout out to Ena Lateef for voicing Amaani.
Thank you both!
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Friday Jan 01, 2021
Beaver Baaji’s Favorite Blanket
Friday Jan 01, 2021
Friday Jan 01, 2021
Bearjaan takes Beaver Baaji’s favorite blanket to use and cuddle with. When Benyamin Bat sees how devasted Beaver Baaji feels at her blanket being taken, he tries to rush past her feelings by telling her NOT to cry.... but with the help of a heartfelt dua and a helpless cry to Allah, Beaver Baaji is able to overcome an unBEARable confrontation with Bearjaan.
Friday Dec 11, 2020
Yusuf’s Playground Plan
Friday Dec 11, 2020
Friday Dec 11, 2020
What is a kid to do when plans don't follow through as expected? How does a kid manage feelings of disappointment? Yusuf faces these challenges and learns to accept Allah's plans for us in our day, when things are not in our control. We plan and we plan, but Allah is the best of Planners.
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Thursday Nov 26, 2020
The Gentle Giraffes
Thursday Nov 26, 2020
Thursday Nov 26, 2020
Yayah & Hawaa are giraffes living in a savannah habitat. These two giraffes face an ant invasion problem. Countless ants have taken over the treetops that they eat from. Now all the leaves they eat have ants crawling all over it! The power of pausing allows them to adopt a gentle approach to their problem. Find out how gentleness can lead to a win-win solution in this story!
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Friday Nov 13, 2020
Hedaya & Ruqayyah’s Mystery Mission
Friday Nov 13, 2020
Friday Nov 13, 2020
Hedaya & Ruqayyah embark on a mystery mission when they discover a piece of jewelry lying on the playground. They ask around in hopes to return this necklace to its rightful owner. Their mystery mission leads the girls to a unique, new friendship with the owner of the necklace, Mahnoor and her sweet sister Maryam.
Saturday Oct 31, 2020
Qasim’s Superhero T-Shirt
Saturday Oct 31, 2020
Saturday Oct 31, 2020
Based on true events and dialogue, this story reflects common conflicts between siblings. When getting ready to leave the house for the park, big brother Hasan tries to rush his 4 year old brother Qasim. Qasim is concerned about a very specific t-shirt he's trying to find and resists being hurried. Things get heated and angry words are exchanged. This story highlights forgiveness towards one another even when emotions are running high.
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Tuesday Oct 20, 2020
Safi the Squirrel
Tuesday Oct 20, 2020
Tuesday Oct 20, 2020
Safi the Squirrel has endless options awaiting for him at an ice cream stand at the park. His friends Mustafa & Samah the Squirrel create a marvelous combination of flavors for their ice cream treat, but Safi didn't get the chance to do this because of a grumpy mood that carried on in his day! Fortunately, he has friends that help him work through this challenge.
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Monday Oct 12, 2020
Baba’s Hijab Help
Monday Oct 12, 2020
Monday Oct 12, 2020
Aminah faces disappointment as she learns that Mama will not be available to help Aminah style her hijab for the aqeeqah party her family is hosting. Baba steps up to the challenge to assist in a task that will require all hands on deck, even big brother Adam gets involved in helping Aminah get ready for their party!
Welcome Back listeners! We are excited to have you back for our second season of Once Upon A Crescent!