Teens

"It was the best of times; it was the worst of times" is a famous quote from the novel A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens.  It was written in 1859 and highlighted the French revolution.  The opening statement of the novel contrasts the ambiguity within society dur

I recently learned about an excellent program initiated by the Al-Rahmah College Preparatory Academy at the Islamic Society of Baltimore (ISB), in partnership with Bayaan Academy, to team up students and seniors.

If you are the parent of a teen, you know how much of a struggle it can be to involve them in family activities. Convincing them to get dressed for an outing can feel like talking to a wall. This can be frustrating for parents, as family quality time is important.

Muslim parents have a higher likelihood of teaching the importance of accountability, appreciation, and wise financial decisions in their children. One strategy usually considered is having an allowance.

Are you tired of seeing your teenager sprawled on the sofa, spending hours on video games and social media? You may find yourself thinking, “I was much more active at that age,” or “When I was in high school, I used to do XYZ.” You are not alone.

One of the most common complaints that Muslim parents have is that they feel that their teen aged child is not interested in learning the religion or involving himself in community life.  In response, many parents rush to put their teen in a youth group or  in a Quran class or halaqa in