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For Muharram, Ashura and Arbaeen

Muharram and Ashura books for children

Gentle, age-appropriate books for the first ten days of Muharram, Ashura and Arbaeen, plus ideas for using them at home.

The story of KarbalaHeroes of KarbalaColouring, activity and the Ahlul Bayt
The short answerFor Muharram, start with The Story of Karbala for Kids (ages 7 to 14, also a free download), then read one hero a night from the Heroes of Karbala series. For ages 4 to 8, My First Muharram Colouring Book is a calm way to join in.

Start here

The story of Karbala

Three ways into the story, from a first introduction to Imam Hussain’s (A.S) life.

One hero a night

Heroes of Karbala

Read one story each night of Muharram and let your child meet the people who stood with Imam Hussain (A.S).

For younger children and quiet moments

Colouring, activity and the Ahlul Bayt

Hands-on books for the youngest children, plus the story of Imam Zain ul Abideen (A.S) and a first introduction to the family.

Questions

Before you choose

How do I explain Karbala to a young child?

Begin with the values: courage, loyalty and standing for truth. Our guide, How to Explain Karbala to a Child Without Frightening Them, has an age-by-age approach.

What can children do during Muharram?

Read a hero story each night, colour, say a simple dua, and join a family act of kindness. Our free Muharram reflection PDFs are made for exactly this.

Is there a free book for Muharram?

Yes. The Story of Karbala for Kids is free to download for every family.

Which books are not graphic?

All of the books are written with care and without needless graphic detail. Younger children are best served by the colouring books and by a parent reading aloud and talking it through.

Free

Muharram reflection PDFs, free

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