Articles and fatawa relating to kids and fasting
“We went to the mosque and made toys of wool for them (children) and when anyone felt hungry and wept for food we have them these toys till it was the time to break the fast.” Rubayyi daughter of Muawwidh bin Afra regarding what the Companions said in relation to children and fasting.” Saheeh Muslim (#2531)
Articles
Educating your children during Ramadan - article enumerating ways to educate your child during Ramadan. The author stresses, first and foremost, that we set a good example by fasting and showing good behavior.
tips for parents of young fasters.
Fatawa regarding children and fasting
Includes:
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The age at which a child is obligated to fast
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The fast of the child
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The fast of a young child who has not yet attained puberty
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My young child insists on fasting despite his weak health
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15 year old too tired to fast during Ramadhaan
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13 year old daughter too weak and frail to fast during Ramadhaan
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Parents say not to fast during Ramadhaan because of exams
Related learning materials from TJ Ramadan's "It's Ramadan!" feature:
Track Behavior to Improve, insha Allah
Remind kids that fasting is not just about giving up food and drink, but about our behavior as well. Keep track of behavior with the Faster's Behavior Tracker.
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