Once Upon A Crescent: Muslim Kids Podcast

Baba helps Musa solve his loose tooth problem in a fun, novel way. Musa's experience with his first loose tooth teaches him to be patient and trust Allah because Allah truly is the One to rely on for all of our problems, big or small!    Special thanks to Br. Ali Memon, Host of Corporate Majlis Podcast, for his voicing of Baba!   The episode is sponsored by Sr. Farah for her son, Musa.    To Access Coloring Sheets and Unlock More Content for Once Upon a Crescent stories, click on- https://www.patreon.com/mrshashimi    Sound effects obtained from zapsplat.com and freesound.org.

Haajer's braces match her Eid outfit and it's noticeable too! Haajer has to overcome her shyness when a kind stranger, who is interested in Eid, points out her matching outfit at a cupcake store.  This episode was sponsored by Sr. Farah for her kids, Haajer & Musa.   Special Thanks to Br. Amir Hoxha for the voicing of Baba! *** To Support The Production of This Podcast & Unlock More Content, Please Click on My Patreon Link https://www.patreon.com/mrshashimi *** Sound Effects obtained from zapsplat.com and freesound.org & Haramain archives at https://archive.org/search?query=eid+takbeer

Hamza heads to the pet store with Mama to buy more fish food for his pet fish. On the way there, Mama thinks of a perfect Eid gift idea for Hamza. Tune in to find out what Mama's Eid gift idea is :)! This episode was sponsored by Sr. Shaheena for her son Hamza. This story is dedicated to Hamza :).    Sound Effects Obtained from zapsplat.com and freesound.org  A Big THANK YOU to those who are leaving reviews on iTunes and elsewhere. JazakAllah Khair for showing your online support. May Allah make these stories a means of goodness and khair for families everywhere :)

Aziz and Khalil wake up at 4:00 am to have suhoor at the Masjid during Ramadan. Little did they know how much fun they would have with the Imam during this midnight adventure! This episode was sponsored by Sr. Fareeha for her boys Aziz & Khalil. This story is dedicated to them :D.  Sound Effects Obtained from freesound.org and zapsplat.com  Special thanks to Br. Ali Memon, Host of Corporate Majlis Podcast for lending his voice for this episode. 

This is Asiyah and Safiyyah's first Iftaar at the Masjid. Asiyah is amazed at how the Masjid has transformed in preparation to serve the community. The volunteers at this Masjid are there to help in every way possible. Asiyah witnesses their hard work as part of her first Iftaar experience.    This episode is sponsored by Sr. Mouna. This story is dedicated for her daughters, Asiyah and Safiyyah.   Special thanks to Br. Ali Memon, host of Coroporate Majlis Podcast for lending his voice in this episode. Sound Effects Obtained From zapsplat.com , freesound.org & https://www.islamcan.com/

Khadijah and Zakariya spend the day with their grandmother and aunt while their parents are at the hospital in preparation for the new baby to be born. Baba leaves a few voice messages to the kids to give them an exciting update, just in time for Ramadan!   This episode was sponsored by Sr. Hajera for her kids Khadijah, Zakariya and Zaynab.    Ramadan Mubarak to you all!    Special Thanks to Br. Ali Memon, Host of Corporate Majlis Podcast for lending his voice for this episode.    Sound Effects Obtained from freesound.org and zapspat.com

After their Umrah trip, Mumma and Ayshah unpack their things from Makkah & Medinah. While unpacking, Mumma comes up with an idea to assemble a Ramadan basket. They include the things they brought from Makkah & Medina in this basket for their Christian neighbor. Mumma includes little Ayshah in the entire process from assembly to delivery. This episode was sponsored by Sr. Samaa . This story is dedicated to her daughter, Ayshah :). The Ramadan ReadAloud Virtual Event is only a few days away on Sunday, March 19th, 2023 @ 11:00 am Pacific Time!  Click on https://www.eventbrite.com/e/569082429867 to sign up for this interactive session with me :). Sound Effects Obtained from zapsplat.com & freesound.org 

Khadijah learns about some Prophetic practices from the Sunnah by her Mom when her little brother, Musa, has a fever and cough. Mama shares the different Sunnahs of when someone falls sick. This episode was sponsored by Sr. Ifrah. This story is dedicated to her two kids Khadijah & Musa. Sign Up for the Ramadan Read Aloud Virtual Event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ramadan-read-aloud-virtual-event-tickets-569082429867 Sound Effects Obtained from freesound.org & zapsplat.com   

Zaid and Talia  are eager to make it on time to their club meetings at the library. On their way to the library, Baba buys candy bars from a needy man on the street, but when the man accidentally hands Baba extra cash with the candy bars, Baba and the kids must act quick to return this extra cash to the rightful owner, even if that means being late to clubs at the library!  Special Thanks to Br. Amir Hoxa & Br. Faris Khaleeli for lending their voices for this story. This episode was sponsored by Sister Yasmina for her kids Zaid & Taalia!  Register for the upcoming Virtual Event- Ramadan ReadAloud happening on Sunday, March 19th @ 11am Seattle Time.   https://www.eventbrite.com/e/569082429867 Special Effects Obtained from zapsplat.com & freesound.org 

It is Amir's turn to make the call to prayer on the big microphone at his new Islamic school. Before he recites the Adhaan, Amir notices a new student that has joined their school. Amir, Mayar and Ibrahim take this opportunity to strike a conversation with the new kid, but little did they know that this new student had a pressing question about the Adhaan that the kids would have to answer. This episode is sponsored by Br. Ali and is dedicated to his kids Amir & Mayar! Special thanks to Br. Muttaqi Ismail, Host of Islamic History Podcast for his voicing of Principal Wazwaz. (https://islamichistorypodcast.com) Sound effects obtained from freesound.org  & zapsplat.com   

Noor experiences the "feel-good" energy of doing a good deed at the Masjid during her friend's Quran Completion Party . Zoha's family hosts a dinner outdoors in the Masjid courtyard. This event became a way for Noor to experience the lovely environment of being at the Masjid as a special volunteer and helper.  Special thanks to Sr. Reem from Texas for sponsoring this episode. This story is dedicated to Noor, Aleena & Hassan.    ************** VIRTUAL PAJAMA PARTY ON JAN 31st************* Register by clicking https://www.eventbrite.com/e/512563981667  When & Where -> Online . Tues. Jan 31st @ 4pm Pacific Time Program Details: - An Intro & Ice Breaker w/ Mrs. Hashimi - ReadAloud of the Muslim Kids Comics Pt 2 - Discussion and Q&A with the Kiddos - Funny Voice Over Try Outs :) - Storytelling Contest Announcement Special thanks to Br. Zakaria and Dr. Raja for their voices.  Sound effects obtained from freesound.org , zapsplat.com & archive.org for the adhaan and iqama

Yusuf's Pokemon cards have finally come in. He takes them to Show & Tell at school, but they go missing after recess. Tune in to find out how Yusuf handles this situation with the help of his sister Zaynab.  Special thanks to the sponsor of this episode, Sr. Raheela Shah from Dubai! This episode is dedicated to her son, Yusuf :). Sound Effects Obtained from Zapsplat.com & Freesound.org ******** VIRTUAL PAJAMA PARTY : READ ALOUD ******** Registration Link -> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/512563981667  When & Where -> Online . Tues. Jan 31st @ 4pm Pacific Time  Program Details: - An Intro & Ice Breaker w/ Mrs. Hashimi - ReadAloud of the Muslim Kids Comics Pt 2 - Discussion and Q&A with the Kiddos - Funny Voice Over Try Outs :) - Storytelling Contest Announcement

Zaynab’s class must write about their holiday plans for winter break. During circle time, Zaynab’s classmates share their writing and talk about Christmas and the new presents they will be getting. Zaynab starts to feel nervous about speaking  in front of her class about what her holiday plans are because her plans have nothing to do with Christmas like all the other kids who shared during circle time. Tune in to find out how she navigates this situation!   Special Thanks to the sponsor of this episode- Sr. Raheela Shah from Dubai! This episode is dedicated to her daughter, Zaynab :). Sound Effects Obtained from zapsplat.com and freesound.org 

When two brothers, Hamza & Ammar come across a video game trailer labeled Rated T for Teens, Hamza must decide whether to click on this video or not. Hamza & Ammar learn a valuable lesson on how to stay safe online through this experience. JazakAllah Khair to the Sponsor of this episode- Br. AbdelRahman Mostafa from Egypt. This story is dedicated to his boys - Hamza & Ammar :).  Special Thanks to Br. Haytham Soliman for his voicing of Baba. Sound effects obtained from freesound.org & zapsplat.com  Credits to https://freesound.org/people/klankbeeld/ @FunWithSound User on Freesound.org

Zoha feels both excited and rushed all morning long because she wants everything to be perfect for her cousin Aqsa's visit. In her rush, Zoha knocks over a glass jar of sugar in the kitchen. Zoha learns how to slow down in moments of stress with Mumma's help. Tune in to find out how! **Special thanks to the sponsor of this episode- Jawairia Ghauri . This story is dedicated to Zoha, Zara & Ali :) JazakAllah Khair for your support!!*** To Sponsor an episode you can email me at info@mrshashimi.com for further information.  Sound Effects Obtained from Zapslat.com & freesound.org

Mama takes Yusra, Mariam and Fatima to visit their Baba's hospital to pick him up from work. The girls overhear a nurse commenting on Baba's secret identity at the hospital. Mama finally leads the girls to show exactly what Baba is up to at the hospital aside from being Dr. Yusuf. Tune in to find out what Baba's big secret is!  Thank you Dr. Raja for the voicing of Baba / Dr. Yusuf.  ***Special thanks to the sponsor of this episode- Hamida Ahmed whose family this story is dedicated to. JazakAllah Khair for your support!!***   If you are interested in being a sponsor for the next episode, email me at info@mrshashimi.com.   Sound Effects Obtained from Zapsplat.com & freesound.org 

When Billu Khan is invited to meet the Queen Ant, a member of the ant colony feels nervous about the meeting. The little ant tries her best to remind her colony members about how to show good manners to those that are guests according to the Sunnah.  *To Access MORE content like coloring pages, my narrated Muslim Comics Video & more click on https://www.patreon.com/mrshashimi to become a Patreon Member to Support this Podcast 

Adam has successfully shared to his class that he doesn't celebrate Halloween. That was the least of his concerns for the day though. When he has to walk through a neighborhood with spooky decorations, he finds himself feeling frightened and uncomfortable. This new situation allows him to learn a new Dua for when a person feels stressed.    To Unlock More Exclusive Content (like my latest work - A Muslim Kid's Comic) click on https://www.patreon.com/mrshashimi  Sound Effects Obtained by freesound.org & zapsplat.com 

Fati the flamingo focuses on her shrimp catching skills in hopes of her feathers turning brighter and pinker! When another flamingo disrupts her practice, she spreads her frustration unknowingly on a younger peer, Faris the Flamingo. This story highlights the hadith, "Certainly, Allah helps His servants, as long as they are of help to their fellow Muslim," in a kid friendly way.  I'm excited to meet you all Online via Zoom :) Virtual Event Happening Sat. Oct. 1, 2022. Purchase your tickets for the Meet & Greet w/ an Exclusive Read Aloud of my latest work - A Muslim Kid's Comics.  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/meet-greet-w-mrs-hashimi-tickets-421635502137    Sound Effects Obtained from Zapsplat.com & Freesound.org 

Amani & Ayah start a new back to school routine. They walk to school in the mornings now... all by themselves! This new routine highlights for the girls the importance of being safe and how to protect oneself with duas.  ** I'm hosting a Virtual Event to meet my kid listeners! Purchase tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/meet-greet-w-mrs-hashimi-tickets-421635502137 to join me on Zoom for a Meet & Greet where I will exclusively have a Read Aloud session of my latest work - A Muslim Kid's Comic **   Sound Effects Obtained from Zapsplat.com & Freesound.org