Miriam Mohamed

When you hear of “homeschooling” what are the first thoughts that come to mind? For most, the theory is that homeschooling is a replacement for school, and thus, the focus is on the educational aspect - subjects such as math, reading, language arts, science, worksheets, and lesson plans.

Homeschooling is a progressive movement around the country and the world in which parents opt to educate their children at home instead of sending them to a traditional public or private school.

Many American Muslim teens struggle with faith and strive to have a closer connection to God  and family. Understanding and feeling what it’s like to be different, yet learning to embrace every part of who they are can be overwhelming.

Allah states in the Holy Quran in Surah Al-Isra, verse 70:

“Verily We have dignified the children of Adam, carried them on land and sea, granted them provisions and privileged them above many of Our creatures with a marked preference”.

It is no secret that Islamophobia is rampant throughout the world in this day and age. Muslims and especially children suffer from bullying and alienation. According to recent studies, Muslim students in public schools face bullying at twice the rate of their non-Muslim peers.

During the blessed month of Ramadan, Muslims around the world restrained themselves from halal food, drinks, and other pleasures from dawn to sunset, and make resolutions to transform into a better version of themselves.