My First Surahs
Seven short surahs recited in Arabic, each with a simple lesson for everyday life, from Al-Fatiha to Al-Ikhlas, in an audiobook for children aged 4 to 9.
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What is My First Surahs about?
My First Surahs is an Islamic audiobook for children aged 4 to 9 that helps young children listen to, learn and think about seven short surahs of the Qur'an, each with one lesson to carry into everyday life.
Each surah is introduced in English with its lesson, then recited in Arabic. Surah Al-Falaq tells children that Allah will keep them safe, and Surah An-Nas that we need Allah to protect us. Surah Al-Asr teaches them to do good things with their time and not to waste it. Surah Al-Kafirun asks them to hold strong to their Islamic identity. Surah Ash-Sharh reminds them that when things are hard, they will get better, because with hardship comes ease. Surah Al-Fatiha, recited in every prayer, teaches that Allah is the One we worship and ask for help, and Surah Al-Ikhlas that we can always rely on Allah.
These are among the shortest surahs of the Qur'an, and hearing them recited clearly, again and again, is a good way to start learning them by heart. The English lessons are short and simple, so even young children can remember them and talk about them afterwards.
The book is by Hajar Ashmawey and illustrated by Jenny Reynish, and the lessons are read by Waleed Hamid. It takes about six minutes and is music-free.
What your child will learn
- Allah keeps us safe, and we can ask Him to protect us.
- We should use our time to do good and not waste it.
- When things are hard, they will get better, because with hardship comes ease.
- Allah is the One we worship and the One we ask for help.
- We can always rely on Allah.
Where this audiobook comes from
- Surah Al-Fatiha 1:1-7: You alone we worship, and You alone we ask for help.
- Surah Al-Falaq 113:1-5: Seeking refuge in the Lord of the daybreak from every harm.
- Surah An-Nas 114:1-6: Seeking refuge in the Lord of people from the whisperer who whispers in people's hearts.
- Surah Al-Asr 103:1-3: By time, people are in loss, except those who believe, do good, and urge each other to truth and patience.
- Surah Al-Kafirun 109:1-6: To you your religion, and to me mine.
- Surah Ash-Sharh 94:1-8: With hardship comes ease.
- Surah Al-Ikhlas 112:1-4: Say, He is Allah, the One, the Eternal Refuge.
Talk about it afterwards
- Which surah do we recite in every prayer?
- What does Surah Al-Asr teach us about our time?
- What does Surah Ash-Sharh tell us when something feels hard?
- Which of the seven surahs do you already know by heart?
- Which surah would you like to learn next?
Words to know
- Surah
- A chapter of the Qur'an.
- Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim
- In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate.
Frequently asked questions
Which surahs are in My First Surahs?
Seven short surahs, Al-Falaq, An-Nas, Al-Asr, Al-Kafirun, Ash-Sharh, Al-Fatiha and Al-Ikhlas, each with a lesson in English.
What age is My First Surahs suitable for?
Children aged 4 to 9. The surahs are short and the lessons simple, so it suits children who are just starting to learn the Qur'an.
How long is My First Surahs?
About 6 minutes.
Does My First Surahs have music?
No. It is music-free.
