Author Archives: Umm Maryam

About Umm Maryam

I am an American Muslim homeschooling mom of four who is living in Canada and trying to become stronger on the deen as each day passes, InshaAllah.

Geography Exam

Posted on July 5, 2011 by

We had an informal exam for geography a couple of weeks ago. I wanted to make sure that the activities we have done were conducive to learning and not just for show….     I put a very rough sketch … Continue reading →

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Late Reminder!

Posted on July 1, 2011 by

Today, I read an explanation of Surah Kahf to the children and my daughter read aloud The Adventures of Zulqarnain by Shiban Akbar. We also read about the companions of the cave in My Quran Friends Storybook by Saniyasnain Khan … Continue reading →

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Reading Progress Report

Posted on June 29, 2011 by

AlhamduLILLAH, the end of the Bob Books (collection 3) series is near and my son is reading much better now. MashaALLAH, recording his reading sessions has allowed me to catch his mistakes and devise a plan to correct them.   … Continue reading →

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2nd Grade Mathematics Games

Posted on June 29, 2011 by

AlhamduLILLAH, this link can help your little ones practice their mathematics, InshaALLAH. This link is for multiplication. Line Jumper is a fun way to use the number line. Travel around the world by answering math problems with Math Journey. Play … Continue reading →

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East Jerusalem: Sharing our house with settlers – video

Posted on June 26, 2011 by

This is one of a series of videos: “Five Palestinians and two Israelis used cameras provided by the Guardian and B’Tselem human rights organisation to record video diaries about their lives and experiences in East Jerusalem“

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A Reminder (For Myself Too)

Posted on June 24, 2011 by

Have you been to Easel and Ink? They make so many nice graphics over there, MashaALLAH! I’ve suddenly developed an interest in graphic arts, lol. Check them out, InshaALLAH. {code1}  

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Your Ideal Curriculum

Posted on June 22, 2011 by

AlhamduLILLAH,If you take a look at Noorart, or any other online stores, you can see a steady growth in the variety of homeschool material. Just four years ago, there was much less available and I didn’t know any homeschooling families … Continue reading →

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Homeschooler 13, Headed for University

Posted on June 16, 2011 by

With ALLAH, anything is possible. {code1}

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Today Was a Fun Day To…

Posted on June 16, 2011 by

Did you do anything fun? I sure hope so. If not, try something fun tomorrow, InshaALLAH. Loving you for the sake of ALLAH, {code1}

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A Muslim Presence in the Mainstream Homeschool Community

Posted on June 15, 2011 by

Homeschool Moms for Moms™  Building a stronger homeschool community by engaging mothers. A message to all members of Homeschool Moms for Moms™ Homeschool Moms for Moms is becoming a living, breathing resource for homeschooling families across the country. We will … Continue reading →

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