Is your school Ramadan Ready?

Helping Educators Support Muslim Students during Ramadan

Muslims are over 24% of the world's population.
In 2021, the Muslim population in Canada has risen to 4.9%.
In 2021, Islam was the second most reported religion in Canada.

On this site, you will find:

A brief Infographic on Ramadan
How do Muslims pray? Why do Muslims wear Hijab?
A slide deck providing specific tips on supporting Muslim students
A comic on creating inclusive spaces
Activities to do in class on Ramadan
A list of Children's books and Read alouds
A list of songs to celebrate Ramadan, or use it in your announcements
A sample announcement for your school's community
Ontario Principal's Council: What can leaders do to get Ramadan Ready?

Parents and Students

A sample letter Parents can send to their teachers/principals
I am Fasting Ramadan Card

An Infographic on Ramadan

How do Muslims Pray?

This video provides a demonstration on how Muslims pray.
Video: less than 2 minutes

Muslims pray 5 times a day (pre-dawn, noon, afternoon, evening and night)

Most schools and campuses provide a multi-faith room for those (religious or non-religious) who require a quiet space to spend time in contemplation and prayer.

Why do women wear Hijab?

Ramadan 101

A Slide Deck by Award Winning Educator Imran Mohamed on Ramadan

Slide 13, 15-16 has great tips on how to support your Muslims students.

Ramadan Handbook for Teachers

A more in-depth mini Handbook on Ramadan from TVDSB Muslim Educators

FREE POSTER Accommodating Muslim Students During RamadanWritten by Aya Khalil and illustrated by Huda Fahmy, this guide intends to help educators learn more about how to create inclusive and safe spaces for their Muslim students during the month of Ramadan.

A comic intended to help educators learn more about how to create inclusive and safe spaces for their Muslim students during the month of Ramadan.

Written by Aya Khalil and illustrated by Huda Fahmy.

Some suggested Children's books on Ramadan

Other Ramadan & Eid Books put together by ISLA

Ramadan School Resource Guide.pdf

TVDSB Ramadan School Resource Guide (updated March 22nd, 2022)
-resources, craft suggestions, children's books, curriculum connections/lesson ideas.

Eight Fun Ramadan Activities for Children to do on Their OwnRamadan is indeed a time for learning and bonding with your children. However, sometimes there's opportunity to allow them to experience learning and education on their own in a fun way! Below we highlight some fun activities to help your children learn and grow, while awarding you the time to fo...

7 culturally Sustaining Activities for Muslim Kids

A copy of Tiger Talk Ramadan Message 2022

A sample announcement by Tiger Jeet Singh Public School sent to their school community.

Permission has been granted to customize this announcement to your school's community.

A song on the Ramadan Moon by World Renowned British Singer Cat Stevens

A "Ramadan is Here" Song you can add to your announcements on the first week of Ramadan.

EDI Blog - Ramadan Ready

Interview with Ontario Principals' Council:
What can school leaders do to Ramadan Ready?

How can school leaders help Muslim students during Ramadan?

Ramadan club members at London, Ont., school helps them fast without being tempted by other students' food | CBC NewsA school in north London, Ont., has set up a Ramadan club where members who choose to fast over the holy month can get together without being tempted by other students' food.

CBC featured a "Ramadan Club" set up by a TVDSB school to support students who are fasting

Hundreds of Maine East High School students fast for Ramadan

For Muslim Parents

A letter you can customize and send to your principal or Teacher
http://tiny.cc/letterToTeacherOnRamadan
By Hena Zuberi

I am Fasting Card

Students can send the "I am fasting" card to their teachers to let them know about Ramadan.

http://tiny.cc/RamadanIAmFasting