Start with bismillah.

Ask: "How do animal parents protect their young?"

Watch the Next Generation Science video Animals and Offspring - Caring for Young.

Now listen to the ayah together in the app, with the translation. Ask: "Who protected the believers?"

Each child keeps one wonder question, for example: "How does Allah protect those who trust Him?" Younger children can draw theirs.

Find it in the mushaf: Surah Al-Fath is surah 48. Find ayah 22. The key words la yajidun waliyya mean they will find no protector. Allah tells the believers that He was protecting them; even if there had been a fight, they would have been safe. Just as parents protect their young, Allah protects those who trust Him, and no one can protect against Him.

Fact: Which animal parent is famous for guarding its eggs for months?

Ages 5–8: Safe nest. Make a nest from paper and place a "precious egg" inside.

Ages 9–12: Protectors. Write about three people who protect you and how.

Finish with: "I found that the ___ guards its eggs for months."

Talk together:

• How does it feel to know Allah protects us?
• Which name of Allah does this remind you of?
• Who are the protectors in your life?
• How can we protect others?
• What would you like to ask about this ayah?

Make a small plan: "This week, I will look out for a younger child and keep them safe."

• Look out for a younger child.
• Make a safe nest.
• Share your protectors.
• Next time: the next ayah (48:23) says Allah's way never changes. Explore it together!

Action: Look out for a younger child and keep them safe.