You sit down at the table, a stack of worksheets in front of you. Your child grips their pencil, eyes already darting toward the clock. You’ve watched countless YouTube videos, bought a ‘Teach Reading in 30 Days’ book, and yet, five minutes in—frustration sets in. Your child mixes up letters, struggles to blend sounds, and worst of all—you don’t know how to fix it. You wonder, ‘Am I even doing this right?’
Common Phonics Mistakes Parents Make
- Jumping between random resources with no structure. You scroll through WhatsApp, TikTok, and Instagram, asking mums for advice, but everyone’s experience is different. Jumping from method to method leaves you (and your child) overwhelmed.
- Expecting their child to ‘just get it’—without step-by-step foundational skills. Reading isn’t just about recognizing letters—it’s about understanding how sounds work together.
- Trying too many methods at once, leading to overwhelm. Mixing multiple techniques can be confusing and frustrating for both you and your child.
Ever felt like you’re stuck in a maze? One minute, someone says ‘start with flashcards,’ the next, another sister is ranting about by a ‘whole word’ method. You try it all, but your child is still struggling. And deep down, you wonder—Is it me? Am I failing them?
The Solution: Get a Map or a Curriculum
There’s a reason why teachers follow a curriculum. It provides structure, consistency, and a clear path to progress. That’s exactly what you need when teaching phonics at home. If your child is in school, alhamdulillah, they’ve got a curriculum. But if they’re struggling? Ukhti, you can’t just wait and hope for the best. YOU need to step in with the right tools to help them.
If you’re homeschooling, having a map or a curriculum is non-negotiable. Without one, you’ll feel lost, constantly second-guessing yourself, and wasting time trying to piece together random resources.
I’ve been teaching for over 12 years, and let me tell you, the biggest struggle for parents isn’t the lack of effort—it’s the lack of guidance. You’re overwhelmed because you don’t have a clear map of what to teach and when. But when you have a step-by-step plan, those roadblocks—like struggling to blend sounds or difficulty spelling—become manageable because you know exactly what to do.
When you follow a map or a curriculum, you’re not up at night stressing about what to teach next. You’re not randomly googling “how to teach blending” at 2 AM. Instead, you have a clear plan, and when challenges arise, you know exactly where to go for answers.
The How To Teach My Ummah Phonics Roadmap
Inside How To Teach My Ummah, you’ll find a structured Reading Roadmap designed for Muslim families. No more stressing about haram content—every lesson aligns with your values. No more random worksheets that don’t build on each other—this map gives you a clear path to reading success.
If you’re ready to go all in, my workbook is your best tool. But if you’re not quite there yet, start with my Reading Roadmap—it’ll help you get on the right track.
What Parents Are Saying
- “My daughter was so happy to see children in the book who looked like her! She picked it up and started reading—without me even asking.”
- “I love how there is consistent Islamic representation throughout the book. This is wonderful for tarbiyyah!”
- “I was surprised and happy to see how simple it is! The explanations at the beginning really help parents like me who have never taught phonics before.”
Now, Imagine This
- You can teach your child to read step by step—even if you’ve never taught phonics before.
- You can stop piecing together random resources. This workbook follows a proven, structured method—so your child builds real reading skills, not just memorization.
- You can teach phonics without filtering out haram content. This is the only workbook designed specifically for your Muslim family.
- You can teach reading with ease. No extra manuals, no complicated prep—just open the book and follow the simple, interactive lessons.
Here’s Your Next Step
- If you’re ready to commit, grab the How To Teach My Ummah Phonics Workbook—it’s step-by-step, no stress, and fully aligned with your values.
- If you’re not quite ready for that, start with the Reading Roadmap. It’ll give you structure, clarity, and a plan—so you’re no longer piecing together random advice.
Ukhti, I’m not playing with you. If your child is struggling to read, you need a map. You need a curriculum. That’s it. Without one, you’ll keep feeling overwhelmed, keep wondering if you’re doing enough, and keep running in circles.
It’s time to take action. Your child’s reading journey starts with the right map. You got this, and How To Teach My Ummah is here to guide you every step of the way.
