Teaching Qur’an to Non-Arabic Speaking Children: 10 Essential Tips for Parents
Based on years of experience teaching Qur’an to non-Arabic speaking children, here are ten essential tips every parent should know:
1️⃣ Sincere intention (Ikhlāṣ):
Teach the Qur’an purely for the sake of Allah ﷻ. Your child’s Qur’an learning is a lasting reward.
2️⃣ Start Qur’an education early:
Early exposure helps children develop love and confidence in Qur’an recitation.
3️⃣ Choose a qualified Qur’an teacher:
Select a patient, trustworthy teacher experienced in teaching children and non-Arabic speakers.
4️⃣ Ensure regular follow-up:
Effective Qur’an teachers track progress, revise lessons, and provide feedback.
5️⃣ Your child is an amānah (trust):
Avoid teachers who lack care or consistency in Qur’an and Tajweed teaching.
6️⃣ Parental involvement is crucial:
Daily revision at home strengthens memorization and pronunciation.
7️⃣ Create a Qur’an-friendly environment:
Listening to Qur’an at home supports learning and correct recitation.
8️⃣ Encourage learning without pressure:
Positive reinforcement increases motivation and love for the Qur’an.
9️⃣ Respect different learning paces:
Each child progresses differently in Qur’an learning—patience is key.
🔟 Be patient and make duʿā’:
Consistency and patience in Qur’an education bring long-term success, in shā’ Allah 🤍
