This year we created a special video for the Ayyam-i-Ha Quotation available on our new CD “At First Light” Volume 1. Thank you to all of the families who submitted videos for this project, from Australia, Canada, Ethiopia, Ghana, Israel, Kosovo, Malaysia, New Zealand, and the United States. We hope it can inspire your young […]
The Days of Ayyam-i-Ha Activity Book: Discovering the True Spirit of Ayyam-i-Ha
As February rolls around each year, many Baha’i families are getting excited about Ayyam-i-Ha. Wonderful memories can be created during these four (or five) days, within the family, amongst Baha’i friends, and also as part of the wider community. But what is the true spirit of Ayyam-i-Ha and how exactly can, and should, we celebrate […]
Creating Prayerful Intimacy in Your Marriage
Would you like to get into a routine of saying prayers with your spouse? In this post we will read a quotation about the bond that should exist in Bahá’í marriage and explore how praying together can foster this relationship. Quotation [quote]Consequently when the people of Baha desire to enter the sacred union of […]
Eight Ideas for Teaching Prayerfulness
Regular reading of the Writings and prayerful meditation on the teachings are two of the requisites for spiritual growth. Incorporating prayer and the spirit of prayerfulness into our daily routine will no doubt aid in fulfilling these obligations. When we pray, we are in the presence of God. It is a very special time, a […]
Sharing Baha’u’llah’s Birthday With Our Children
At this time of year, a very special Holy Day is approaching: the Birth of Baha’u’llah! Birthdays are often seen as a special time to celebrate the blessing of creation, to reflect on the meaning of life and to consider one’s contribution to others. When we celebrate the birth of others, we often let them […]
Questions and Quotations to Consider When Choosing Toys and Books
As parents, we convey our values to our children through what we have in our homes. The toys, books, clothes and even foods we give our children will influence their opinions of what is acceptable in our family as well as their perceptions of the world. In today’s society, children are being increasingly targeted by […]
Feast Playdough Activity (Free Printable)
Incorporating young children into Feast can be a challenge, especially if plans for how to do this are not made ahead of time. As with most outings or events with young children, you will likely have a more enjoyable and peaceful time if realistic expectations for behavior are set ahead of time. Sitting still during […]
3 Rules for Unity (Free Printable)
Presenting clear “Family Rules” or “Class Rules” (for teachers of Baha’i Preschool Classes) can be helpful in setting up expectations and encouraging appropriate behavior. Making sure rules are clear, concise, and focused on the positive aspects of behavior is important. This is one option of a set of rules, entitled “3 Rules for Unity.” 1. […]
Helping Children Establish the Habit of Reciting the Short Obligatory Prayer
Although the law of reciting of one of the Obligatory Prayers each day is not binding until someone reaches the age of maturity (15 years), many parents wish to help their children learn about Obligatory Prayer during childhood. Showing your children how to perform ablutions and sharing what it means to face the Qiblih can […]
“Strive” Song/Video and Art Activity for Your Home
Do you want to incorporate more Baha’i inspired art into your home decor? The possibilities are endless! Whether it’s displaying the Greatest Name in a homemade frame, making collages with photographs of the gardens in Haifa, or creating a beautiful list of the virtues described in a selection from the Writings, you can find a […]