This 8 week session was run as a pilot project to understand the modalities before offering an year round program. At the core, the idea was to sow the seeds of Islamic foundation in kids aged 2 to 4, through Play & Learn / Montessori environment.

Activities planned:

• Sing Allah, Prophet and Ahlul-Bayt inspired songs

• Sensory activities that introduce feelings

• Art projects

• Story circle time

• Snacking to reinforce proper dining etiquettes

• “Mommy and me” time

• Mommies and tea time

• Independent engaging playtime

• Weekly themes

• Practice breathing and exercising

• Practice positive-reinforcement by offering take aways for the child

Rubab Haider, a mother of two toddlers, passionate about raising kids with strong moral foundation, was the Program Lead ,. She worked with Mom volunteers and lead the program activities.