Death – The Islamic Library Association

Does Allah Know I’m Sad?

Khalisa — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:28:15 +0000

The book is about Maymunah helping her friend, Farah, after the death of her cat, Filfil. It addresses the heavy topic of grief and loss, explaining that sadness is a natural emotion. It teaches young readers that it’s okay to feel sad and to talk about those feelings. Through the story, children learn to turn to Allah in their sadness through prayer (duad u a𝑑𝑢𝑎) and to find strength in faith, friends, and family. The book includes activities and discussion prompts to help children process their emotions in a healthy, Islamic way.

Hamza attends a Janaza

Khalisa — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 14:11:55 +0000

The story is a gentle introduction to attending an Islamic funeral for young readers. Hamza’s father, uncle, and grandfather all receive news of an untimely death and a request to attend the janaza. Hamza’s parents explain what a janaza is and the importance of attending. They explain the rituals, such as the ghusl (washing the body) and the kafan (shrouding the body), and a standing prayer called the salat al-janaza.

Amir’s Blue Jacket

Khalisa — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 12:34:14 +0000

Amir, a young boy who is grieving the recent death of his beloved grandfather. To feel close to him, Amir clings to his grandfather’s old blue jacket, a cherished memento. However, after he tosses it in the washing machine, the jacket accidentally shrinks. In denial, Amir insists it still fits and continues to wear the tight jacket, even as he feels frustrated and sad.

Flower Child

Khalisa — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 19:49:39 +0000

The story follows a high school student named Aleena who is suffering from depression after the death of her father. Her family has moved on, leaving her to grapple with her grief alone. Her sadness and bad habits begin to erode her joy in her favorite hobbies, baking and gardening. Aleena’s freshman year is made worse by relentless bullying at school. However, when she meets Zayn, a kind-hearted boy, he helps her realize that it is okay to ask for help. With Zayn’s support, Aleena must find the inner strength to confront her pain, stand up to her bullies, and embrace her Muslim identity as a source of healing.