10th of Muharram (Ashura) – Teach Kids About Prophet Musa (AS)

The 10th of Muharram, known as Ashura, is one of the most important and meaningful days in the Islamic calendar. It marks the day when Allah (SWT) saved Prophet Musa (AS) and the Children of Israel from Pharaoh’s army by parting the sea—a miracle that shows Allah’s power, mercy, and protection.

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ told us that Prophet Musa fasted on this day to thank Allah. Our Prophet ﷺ also fasted on Ashura and encouraged his companions to do the same.

This makes Ashura a wonderful time to help children learn about this story—and the deep values it teaches—through storytelling, reflection, and hands-on learning.

Stories are one of the best ways to teach young children. The story of Prophet Musa (AS) offers timeless lessons that align beautifully with the meaning of Ashura:

We’ve created a two-part storytelling series (with video and slides) designed for Muslim children ages 4–10. It’s perfect for Muharram lessons at home, in the classroom, or in weekend school.

In this part, children learn how Musa’s mother put her baby in a basket and trusted Allah to protect him. The basket floated to the palace of Pharaoh, where his wife Asiya lovingly took him in—just as Allah promised.

📺 Watch the story
📊 Use the matching slides for review and discussion

Teaching Kids About Prophets: Prophet Musa (AS) | Part 1

This part tells how Prophet Musa became a messenger, returned to confront Pharaoh, and led Bani Israel to freedom. When they reached the sea and were trapped, Allah commanded Musa to strike it with his staff—and the sea parted so they could escape.

📺 Watch the story
📊 Use the matching slides for review and discussion

Teaching Kids About Prophets: Prophet Musa (AS) | Part 2

To make the story more engaging and help kids remember the key moments, we’ve included a “Prophet Musa Story Wheel” activity. Children can cut, color, and spin through the different scenes of the story—from baby Musa in the basket to the miracle of the sea.

This is a fun and meaningful way to retell the story and reinforce what they’ve learned—great for visual and tactile learners.

Here are simple ways to make the 10th of Muharram special and educational:

• Why do Muslims fast on the 10th of Muharram?
• How did Allah save Prophet Musa and Bani Israel?
• What can we learn about trusting Allah from this story?
• What does this story teach us about gratitude?
• How do you think Prophet Musa felt when the sea split?

This 10th of Muharram, let’s inspire our children with the story of one of the greatest prophets in Islam. Through storytelling, reflection, and creativity, we can help them love learning about the Qur’an and the lives of the prophets.