By: Esha Saima -Taxila Pakistan

Islam is a complete code of lif e and guides us in every aspect of life. Since the child’s first school is the home, it is most important that the home environment be adapted to the religion of nature because the child learns what he sees his adults or parents do. We should train the child from infancy in such a way that he connects with the rest of the relationship and also strengthens the relationship with his Lord so that he will never face failure in life.  We often treat children harshly in worldly matters and try our best to correct them, but in religious matters we never question them.  For example, when a child breaks a ten rupee cup at home, the mother gets angry and may even slap him saying that he has caused harm, but sadly when the same child breaks the rule of Shariah of the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him), the lice do not crawl on his mother’s ears. One of the traditions of Aala-o-Salam is more valuable than the whole world. Therefore, inside the house which has the status of the first school, the parents should follow the religion of nature themselves and also encourage the children towards it as it is the responsibility of the parents. Make religion the most important thing in the eyes of your children, become a follower of the Sunnah yourself and encourage children to adopt good habits too. Bad habits will go away and their good habits will be strengthened when parents or elders of the family repeat good habits in front of them again and again.  If they get upset about not doing their homework, we can plan their time. We arrange tuition. The child realizes that it is very important so he is ready to do it. Try to make your child pray five times a day and adopt good habits so that he does not become the fuel of Hell and becomes entitled to Heaven. These children will not only be successful themselves but will also become a charity for you.