Family togetherness during Ramadan is especially important for parents of young children and adolescents. Children’s early experiences of Ramadan informs the feeling and memories they associate with this blessed month throughout their lives. Creating family traditions to get children excited about and engaged with Islam during this month will help them grasp hold of the inexplicable aura of blessings and sacredness that we as adults cherish about Ramadan.
So how do you go about getting your children excited about Ramadan? We’ve outlined some ideas below on how to do this. Use these ideas to start thinking creatively about how you can make this month a time of spiritual growth and togetherness for your family as a whole.