1. Arabic Letters · Xarfaha Carabiga
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Alphabet lesson 1 · Casharka 1 · 5 letters
Alphabet lesson 2 · Casharka 2 · 5 letters
Alphabet lesson 3 · Casharka 3 · 5 letters
Alphabet lesson 4 · Casharka 4 · 5 letters
Alphabet lesson 5 · Casharka 5 · 5 letters
Alphabet lesson 6 · Casharka 6 · 3 letters
Choose a letter · Dooro xaraf
Next · Vowel marks / Shaqallada
Fatḥah gives a short “a”, kasrah a short “i”, and ḍammah a short “u”.
بَ بِ بُ
Read: ba · bi · bu. Then try: ta · ti · tu.
تَ تِ تُ
Next · Joining letters / Isku xirka
Many letters change shape when joined. Baa: isolated ب, beginning بـ, middle ـبـ, end ـب.
بَاب كِتَاب
Baab = door / albaab. Kitaab = book / buug. Copy the words slowly.
Audio: Arabic Reading Course · Listen / Download full alphabet MP3
Writing practice · Ku celceli qorista
Copy ا ب ت ث with your finger, stylus or mouse. You can also practise on paper. This pad does not grade handwriting.
3. Long Vowels
Join a letter with ا, ي or و. Tap a sound and repeat: aa, ii, uu.
Lesson 1 · 5 letters
ا · aaي · iiو · uu
Lesson 2 · 5 letters
ا · aaي · iiو · uu
Lesson 3 · 5 letters
ا · aaي · iiو · uu
Lesson 4 · 5 letters
ا · aaي · iiو · uu
Lesson 5 · 5 letters
ا · aaي · iiو · uu
Lesson 6 · 3 letters
ا · aaي · iiو · uu
Audio: SoftArabic
4. Sukūn (ْ)
Sukūn means no vowel follows the letter. Say ab, not aba. Read each example aloud.
Lesson 1 · 5 letters
Lesson 2 · 5 letters
Lesson 3 · 5 letters
Lesson 4 · 5 letters
Lesson 5 · 5 letters
Lesson 6 · 2 letters
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Qur’an Study · Barashada Qur’aanka
Listen to one ayah. Pause and repeat aloud. Listen again, then practise with a parent or teacher.
Dhagayso hal aayad. Hakad geli oo ku celi. Mar kale dhagayso, kadib waalid ama macallin la akhri.
These buttons open the player below with one ayah repeated three times.
Short Stories · Qisooyin Gaagaaban
Six short stories in simple English: four Qur’anic accounts and two authentic accounts from Prophet Muhammad’s life (peace be upon him). Each has a lesson and something to practise. These are summaries, not word-for-word translations. Families can follow the source links together. Luqman is presented as a wise man, not identified here as a prophet.
1. Sulayman and the ant · Sulaymaan iyo quraanjada
As Prophet Sulayman’s army approached, an ant warned the other ants to enter their homes. Sulayman understood its words, smiled, and prayed to be thankful for Allah’s blessings. Great strength should go with kindness and gratitude.
Markii ciidankii Nabi Sulaymaan soo dhowaaday, quraanjo ayaa kuwa kale uga digtay inay guryahooda galaan. Nabi Sulaymaan hadalkeeda wuu fahmay, wuuna dhoolla-caddeeyey. Wuxuu Alle ka baryay inuu ku shukriyo nimcooyinkiisa.
Think: How can you be gentle with small creatures? · Sidee ayaad ugu naxariisan kartaa xayawaanka yaryar?
Qur’an 27:18–19Lesson: Be gentle and thankful.
Try today: Notice a small creature today and leave it safe.
2. Musa’s safe journey · Badbaadadii Muuse
Allah guided Musa’s mother to place her baby in the river when she feared for him. His sister watched from a distance. Allah brought Musa back to his mother so she could care for him. Allah knew her worry and brought her comfort.
Alle ayaa hooyadii Nabi Muuse ku ilhaamiyey inay ilmaheeda webiga geliso markii ay u baqday. Walaashiis ayaa meel fog kala socotay. Alle ayaa Muuse hooyadii u soo celiyey, si ay u daryeesho oo ay u faraxdo.
Think: Who cares for you? Thank them today.
Qur’an 28:7–13Lesson: Be thankful for the people who care for you.
Try today: Thank a parent or carer for one thing they do.
3. Yusuf forgives · Cafiskii Yuusuf
Yusuf’s brothers had hurt him badly. Years later, when they met him again, he did not seek revenge. He told them there would be no blame upon them that day and prayed for Allah to forgive them. Forgiveness is a beautiful act of strength.
Walaalihii Nabi Yuusuf waxay u geysteen dhibaato. Sannado ka dib markii ay kulmeen, kama aargudan. Wuu cafiyey, wuxuuna Alle uga baryay dembi-dhaaf.
Think: What does saying “I forgive you” mean? Ask a trusted adult for help if someone is hurting you.
Qur’an 12:89–92Lesson: Choose forgiveness instead of revenge.
Try today: If you have hurt someone, say sorry and put it right. You can forgive and still ask a trusted adult for protection.
4. Luqman’s advice · Talooyinkii Luqmaan
Luqman taught his son to worship Allah, establish prayer, do good, and be patient. He also taught him not to be proud and to speak gently. Good manners belong in our everyday lives.
Luqmaan wuxuu wiilkiisa baray cibaadada Alle, salaadda, wanaagga iyo samirka. Wuxuu kaloo kula taliyey inuusan kibirin oo uu codkiisa hoos u dhigo.
Practice: Say one kind sentence to someone today.
Qur’an 31:13–19Lesson: Speak gently and act humbly.
Try today: Listen without interrupting, then answer with kind words.
5. The Prophet shows love to a child
Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) kissed his grandson Hasan. A man nearby said that he had ten children but had never kissed any of them. The Prophet taught him the importance of showing mercy to others. His example teaches us to treat children with warmth and care.
Lesson: Showing kindness and love is a strength.
Think: How can you help a younger child feel welcome?
Try today: Say something kind to a sibling or include someone in your game.
Source: Sahih al-Bukhari 59976. The Prophet helps his family
Someone asked Aisha what Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) did at home. She explained that he helped his family. When it was time for prayer, he went to pray. He showed us that caring for our family belongs in everyday life.
Lesson: We show love through helpful actions.
Think: What small job can you do safely at home?
Try today: Put away your toys or ask a parent how you can help.
Source: Sahih al-Bukhari 676