Dedication
This book is lovingly dedicated to every young child learning about Allah for the first time.
May Allah fill your heart with love, faith, kindness, and light.
A Note for Parents and Teachers
My First Book About Allah is written for young children in a simple, gentle, and meaningful way. It introduces children to Allah through His creation, mercy, blessings, beautiful names, prayer, du’a, gratitude, and good manners.
The aim of this book is to help children understand that Allah is their Creator, Provider, Protector, and Lord.
Introduction
Have you ever looked up at the sky and wondered who made it?
Have you ever watched the sun rise in the morning, seen the moon glow at night, or listened to the birds singing in the trees?
All around us, there are beautiful signs.
The flowers that grow from the ground, the rain that falls from the clouds, the stars that shine in the darkness, and the gentle wind that touches our faces all remind us of something very important.
They remind us of Allah.
Allah is the One who made everything.
He made the heavens and the earth. He made the sun, the moon, the stars, the mountains, the rivers, the animals, and every tiny creature we may not even see.
And Allah made you too.
He gave you eyes to see, ears to hear, a heart to love, and a mind to learn. Every breath you take is a gift from Allah. Every blessing in your life comes from Him.
This book will help you learn about Allah in a simple and beautiful way.
You will learn that Allah is our Creator, our Provider, our Protector, and our Lord. You will learn about His mercy, His kindness, His beautiful names, and the special ways we can remember Him.
As you read this book, look around you.
Look at the sky.
Look at the trees.
Look at your hands.
Listen to your heartbeat.
Everything is a sign that Allah is great, kind, wise, and near.
So let us begin this beautiful journey together.
Chapter One
Allah Made Everything
Look around you.
What can you see?
Can you see the bright sky above you?
Can you see the ground beneath your feet?
Can you see the trees, the flowers, the clouds, and the birds flying in the air?
Everything around us has a beginning.
A flower begins as a tiny seed.
A bird begins as a little egg.
A tree begins as a small plant.
A baby begins very small and grows bigger each day.
- But who made all of these things?
- Allah made them.
Allah is Al-Khaliq, The Creator. This means Allah is the One who created everything. He made the heavens and the earth. He made the sun that shines during the day and the moon that glows at night. He made the stars that sparkle in the sky and the rain that falls from the clouds.
Allah made the mountains tall and strong.
Allah made the rivers flow.
Allah made the oceans deep and wide.
Allah made the animals big and small.
He made the lion strong.
He made the butterfly gentle.
He made the fish swim.
He made the birds fly.
He made the bees work together.
He made the flowers bloom in beautiful colours.
Nothing was too difficult for Allah to create.
Allah did not need help to make the world. He did not need tools, machines, or anyone beside Him. When Allah wants something to happen, it happens by His command.
- Everything Allah creates has a purpose.
The sun gives light and warmth.
The rain helps plants grow.
The trees give shade and fruit.
The bees help flowers and make honey.
The night gives us time to rest.
The day gives us time to work, learn, and play.
Allah made the world in a perfect and beautiful way. When we look carefully at creation, we can see signs of Allah’s power, wisdom, and mercy.
The Qur’an teaches us:
“Allah is the Creator of all things.”
Surah Az-Zumar 39:62
This means that everything belongs to Allah because He is the One who made it.
Allah made things we can see, like the sky, the land, the sea, and the animals.
Allah also made things we cannot see, like the angels.
Allah knows everything He created. He knows every leaf that falls from a tree. He knows every bird flying in the sky. He knows every fish swimming in the sea. He knows every tiny ant walking on the ground.
And Allah knows you.
- He knows your name.
- He knows your voice.
- He knows your smile.
- He knows what makes you happy.
- He knows when you feel sad.
- He knows every quiet thought inside your heart.
Allah made the whole world, and Allah made you special.
So when you see something beautiful, remember Allah.
When you see the sky, say SubhanAllah.
When you eat good food, say Alhamdulillah.
When you drink clean water, say Alhamdulillah.
When you see flowers, animals, rain, sunshine, or stars, remember that Allah made them all.
A thankful heart is a heart that remembers Allah.
Little Reminder
Allah made everything.
Allah made the heavens and the earth.
Allah made the animals, the plants, and the seas.
Allah made me and you.
Allah is Al-Khaliq, The Creator.
Think About It
What beautiful thing did you see today that reminds you of Allah?
My Little Du’a
O Allah, thank You for creating the sky, the earth, the sun, the moon, the animals, the flowers, and all the beautiful things around me.
O Allah, help me to remember You, thank You, and love You every day.
Ameen.
Chapter Two
Allah Made Me
Allah made the sky, the earth, the sun, the moon, and the stars. He made the flowers, the trees, the animals, and the oceans. But Allah also made someone very special.
- Allah made you.
He gave you eyes to see the beautiful world around you. He gave you ears to hear kind words, Qur’an, laughter, and the voices of the people who love you. He gave you a nose to smell sweet flowers and delicious food. He gave you a tongue to taste, speak, and say words that are good.
Allah gave you hands to hold, share, write, and help. He gave you feet to walk, run, and explore. He gave you a heart to love, care, and feel. He gave you a mind to think, learn, and understand.
Every part of you is a blessing from Allah.
Every breath you take is a gift. Every smile, every meal, every drop of water, every safe night, and every new morning comes from Allah.
Allah knows you better than anyone. He knows when you are happy. He knows when you are sad. He knows when you are afraid. He knows when you need help, even before you ask.
You are never forgotten by Allah.
Allah made you with care, love, and wisdom. You are special because Allah created you.
So, dear child, remember this:
Allah made me.
Allah knows me.
Allah cares for me.
Allah gave me many blessings.
Say with a thankful heart:
Alhamdulillah — Thank You, Allah, for making me.
Chapter Three
Allah Is Kind and Merciful
Allah is very kind.
Every day, Allah gives us many blessings. He gives us food when we are hungry, water when we are thirsty, clothes to wear, and a place to rest. He gives us family, friends, teachers, and people who care for us.
Allah gives us the sun to brighten the day and the moon to light the night. He sends the rain to help plants grow. He gives us fruits, flowers, animals, and a beautiful world to enjoy.
One of Allah’s beautiful names is Ar-Rahman.
Ar-Rahman means The Most Merciful.
Allah’s mercy is greater than anything we can imagine. He cares for all of His creation. He cares for people, animals, birds, insects, plants, and every living thing.
- Allah is also Al-Ghafoor, The Most Forgiving.
Sometimes, we may forget to do the right thing. Sometimes, we may say something unkind, disobey, or make a mistake. But Allah teaches us not to lose hope. When we are sorry and ask Allah to forgive us, Allah loves for us to return to Him.
We can say:
Astaghfirullah
O Allah, forgive me.
Allah loves kindness, honesty, and goodness. He loves when we share, help others, respect our parents, and speak gently.
So, dear child, remember:
- Allah is kind.
- Allah is merciful.
- Allah forgives those who return to Him.
- Allah loves when we try to do better.
Say with your heart:
Alhamdulillah — Thank You, Allah, for Your mercy and kindness.
Chapter Four
Allah Hears My Du’a
Du’a is a beautiful gift from Allah.
Du’a means calling upon Allah, speaking to Him, and asking Him for help. We can make du’a at any time and in any place. We can make du’a in the morning, at night, before sleeping, after praying, when we are happy, and when we feel worried.
Allah hears every du’a.
You do not need to shout for Allah to hear you. You do not need special words for Allah to understand you. Allah knows what is inside your heart, even before you speak.
When you need help, ask Allah.
When you feel afraid, ask Allah.
When you feel thankful, praise Allah.
When you want goodness, call upon Allah.
You can say:
O Allah, protect my family.
O Allah, help me to be kind.
O Allah, guide me to what is right.
O Allah, forgive me and love me.
O Allah, make my heart close to You.
Allah tells us in the Qur’an that He is near and responds to the one who calls upon Him.
This means Allah listens with perfect knowledge and wisdom. Sometimes Allah gives us what we ask for. Sometimes He gives us something better. Sometimes He protects us from something harmful that we cannot see.
So, dear child, never stop making du’a.
Allah hears you.
Allah knows you.
Allah cares about you.
Allah is always near with His knowledge, mercy, and care.
Say with a hopeful heart:
Ya Allah, hear my du’a and guide me always. Ameen.
Chapter Five
I Remember Allah
Remembering Allah makes the heart feel peaceful.
Every day, we can remember Allah with beautiful words. These words are easy to say, but they carry great meaning. They remind us that Allah is our Creator, our Provider, and our Lord.
When we wake up in the morning, we can remember Allah. When we eat, drink, learn, play, or rest, we can remember Allah too.
When we want to thank Allah, we say:
- Alhamdulillah
All praise and thanks belong to Allah.
When we see something amazing, like the sky, the stars, the ocean, or a beautiful flower, we say:
- SubhanAllah
Glory be to Allah.
When we remember that Allah is greater than everything, we say:
- Allahu Akbar
Allah is the Greatest.
When we make a mistake and want Allah to forgive us, we say:
- Astaghfirullah
O Allah, forgive me.
These special words help our hearts stay close to Allah. They teach us to be thankful, humble, careful, and hopeful.
We can remember Allah quietly in our hearts or softly with our tongues. Allah hears us and knows what we mean.
A child who remembers Allah learns to see blessings everywhere.
In the food they eat.
In the water they drink.
In the family they love.
In the world Allah created.
So, dear child, remember Allah every day.
Say with a peaceful heart:
Alhamdulillah. SubhanAllah. Allahu Akbar. Astaghfirullah.
May Allah keep our hearts close to Him. Ameen.
Chapter Six
Salah Brings Me Close to Allah
Salah is a special prayer that Allah gave to Muslims.
When we pray, we remember Allah, thank Him, and ask Him to guide us. Salah helps our hearts feel peaceful, safe, and close to Allah.
Muslims pray five times every day. Each prayer has a special name and time.
- The first prayer is Fajr. Fajr is prayed in the early morning, before the sun rises. It helps us begin the day by remembering Allah.
- The second prayer is Dhuhr. Dhuhr is prayed after the sun has passed the middle of the sky. It reminds us to pause during the day and turn back to Allah.
- The third prayer is Asr. Asr is prayed in the afternoon. It helps us remember Allah even when the day is busy.
- The fourth prayer is Maghrib. Maghrib is prayed just after sunset. It reminds us to thank Allah as the day comes to an end.
- The fifth prayer is Isha. Isha is prayed at night. It helps us finish the day by remembering Allah before we sleep.
Before salah, Muslims make wudu. Wudu means washing certain parts of the body, such as the hands, mouth, face, arms, head, and feet. It helps us become clean and ready to pray.
In salah, we stand, bow, and prostrate to Allah. When we place our forehead on the ground, we remember that Allah is the Greatest and that we need Him.
Salah teaches us patience, thankfulness, discipline, and love for Allah.
So, dear child, when it is time for salah, come with a calm heart. Leave your toys, games, and busy thoughts for a little while.
- Salah is worship.
- Salah is peace.
- Salah is a beautiful way to come close to Allah.
Say with your heart:
O Allah, help me to love salah, pray on time, and remember You always. Ameen.
Chapter Seven
Allah Loves Good Manners
A Muslim should not only pray and remember Allah. A Muslim should also try to behave in a kind, honest, and respectful way.
Allah loves when we speak the truth. He loves when we use gentle words. He loves when we respect our parents, listen to our teachers, help our family, and care for people around us.
Good manners can be shown in many simple ways.
We can say “please” and “thank you.”
We can share our toys.
We can help someone who is struggling.
We can smile at others.
We can say sorry when we make a mistake.
We can forgive someone who has hurt us.
Allah also wants us to be kind to His creation. We should not harm animals. We should not waste food or water. We should keep our homes, streets, masjids, and classrooms clean.
The Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) taught Muslims to have beautiful manners. He was truthful, gentle, patient, merciful, and kind. He cared for children, helped others, and showed mercy to people and animals.
When we have good manners, we show love for Allah through our actions.
Sometimes it may be hard to be patient. Sometimes we may feel angry or upset. But we can ask Allah to help us choose what is right.
So, dear child, remember:
- Good manners are part of faith.
- Kind words are loved by Allah.
- Helping others pleases Allah.
- Caring for creation is a blessing.
Say with your heart:
O Allah, help me to have good manners and a kind heart. Ameen.
A Message for the Young Reader
Dear child,
You have learned that Allah made everything.
Allah made the sky, the earth, the sun, the moon, the stars, the flowers, the animals, and the seas. Allah made you special and gave you many blessings.
Allah is kind. Allah is merciful. Allah hears your du’a. Allah loves when you pray, remember Him, and try to do good.
Every day, you can remember Allah in simple ways.
When you wake up, thank Allah.
When you eat, thank Allah.
When you see something beautiful, remember Allah.
When you feel worried, ask Allah for help.
When you make a mistake, ask Allah to forgive you.
When it is time for salah, pray with love and care.
Allah knows you.
Allah hears you.
Allah sees you.
Allah cares for you.
You are never alone, because Allah is always near with His knowledge, mercy, and care.
The best thing your heart can know is this:
There is only one Allah, and He is our Lord.
May Allah help you to know Him, love Him, worship Him, and remember Him every day.
Ameen.
My Little Reflection
- I can thank Allah by saying:
Alhamdulillah
- I can remember Allah by saying:
SubhanAllah
- I can say Allah is the Greatest by saying:
Allahu Akbar
- I can ask Allah for forgiveness by saying:
Astaghfirullah
- I can speak to Allah through:
Du’a
- I can come close to Allah through:
Salah
- I can please Allah by being:
kind, truthful, respectful, helpful, and thankful
Questions to Think About
- Who made the sky, the earth, and everything around us?
- What are some blessings Allah has given you?
- What can you say when you want to thank Allah?
- What can you say when you make a mistake?
- What are the names of the five daily prayers?
- How can you show good manners at home, school, or the masjid?
My Little Du’a
O Allah, thank You for creating me.
Thank You for my family, my food, my home, my health, and all the blessings You have given me.
O Allah, help me to love You.
Help me to remember You.
Help me to pray to You.
Help me to speak good words and do good deeds.
O Allah, make me kind, truthful, respectful, and thankful.
Guide me, protect me, forgive me, and keep my heart close to You.
Ameen.
Glossary
Allah
The One true God. He is the Creator of everything.
Al-Khaliq
The Creator. Allah created everything.
Ar-Rahman
The Most Merciful.
Al-Ghafoor
The Most Forgiving.
Du’a
Calling upon Allah and asking Him for help, guidance, and goodness.
Salah
The special prayer Muslims perform to worship Allah.
Fajr
The early morning prayer before sunrise.
Dhuhr
The prayer after the sun passes the middle of the sky.
Asr
The afternoon prayer.
Maghrib
The prayer just after sunset.
Isha
The night prayer.
Wudu
Washing certain parts of the body before salah.
Alhamdulillah
All praise and thanks belong to Allah.
SubhanAllah
Glory be to Allah.
Allahu Akbar
Allah is the Greatest.
Astaghfirullah
I ask Allah for forgiveness.
Authentic References
The Qur’an, Surah Az-Zumar 39:62:
“Allah is the Creator of all things.”
The Qur’an, Surah Al-Baqarah 2:186:
Allah says He is near and responds to the call of the one who calls upon Him.
The Qur’an, Surah Al-Fatihah 1:1–3:
Allah is described as the Lord of all worlds, The Most Gracious, The Most Merciful.
The Qur’an, Surah Taha 20:8:
Allah has the most beautiful names.
The Qur’an, Surah Ghafir 40:60:
Allah tells us to call upon Him.
The Qur’an, Surah Luqman 31:14:
Allah reminds people to be grateful to Him and to their parents.
The Qur’an, Surah Al-‘Ankabut 29:45:
Prayer is mentioned as a way that helps keep a person away from wrongdoing.
The Qur’an, Surah Al-Qalam 68:4:
Allah praises the noble character of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W).
Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim:
The Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) taught that Allah’s mercy is vast and greater than the mercy of a mother for her child.
Sunan al-Tirmidhi:
The Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) taught that nothing is heavier on the scale of good deeds than good character.
