Start with bismillah.

Ask: "Why does the reason we do something matter?"

Watch the Bermit and Friends video Why Intentions Matter in Islam.

Now listen to the ayah together in the app, with the translation. Ask: "What happens to the deeds of those who block Allah's path?"

Each child keeps one wonder question, for example: "Can a good-looking deed be empty inside?" Younger children can draw theirs.

Find it in the mushaf: Surah Muhammad is surah 47, and it has thirty-eight ayat. The surah is named after Muhammad, the Prophet, who is mentioned by name in ayah 2. It is also called Surah Al-Qital. The key word adalla means He lets it go astray, wasted. When people work against Allah's path, even their impressive deeds don't count for much. A sincere intention for Allah gives deeds real value.

Fact: In how many places is the Prophet called Muhammad by name in the Quran?

Ages 5–8: Heart check. Before doing a chore, say "I'm doing this for Allah."

Ages 9–12: Same deed, two hearts. Write the same good deed done for praise and done for Allah, and how they differ.

Finish with: "I found that Muhammad is named in the Quran ___ times."

Talk together:

• Why do intentions matter so much?
• Which name of Allah does this remind you of?
• What does it mean to block others from good?
• How can we make our everyday deeds count?
• What would you like to ask about this ayah?

Make a small plan: "This week, I will make an intention for Allah before three good deeds each day."

• Make intentions before deeds.
• Do the heart check.
• Share your two hearts.
• Next time: the next ayah (47:2) promises good for believers. Explore it together!

Action: Make an intention for Allah before three good deeds each day.