Start with bismillah.

Ask: "What holds a tree up, even though we can't see it?"

Watch the Hungry SciANNtist video Functions of Roots.

Now listen to the ayah together in the app, with the translation. Ask: "What do those who fear Allah unseen receive?"

Each child keeps one wonder question, for example: "How can I be good even when no one is watching?" Younger children can draw theirs.

Find it in the mushaf: Surah Al-Mulk is surah 67. Find ayah 12. The key words bil-ghayb mean in the unseen, in private. These believers are mindful of Allah though they can't see Him and when no one else sees them. Roots are hidden, but they keep a tree strong; private goodness keeps our faith strong.

Fact: What are the two main jobs of roots?

Ages 5–8: Root jar. Grow a bean in a jar with wet tissue and watch the roots.

Ages 9–12: Hidden roots. List three private good deeds that make faith strong.

Finish with: "I found that roots ___ and ___."

Talk together:

• Why are private good deeds so special?
• Which name of Allah does this remind you of?
• How do we remember Allah when no one is watching?
• What reward do these believers get?
• What would you like to ask about this ayah?

Make a small plan: "This week, I will do one good deed secretly, just for Allah."

• Do a secret good deed.
• Grow your root jar.
• Share your hidden roots list.
• Next time: the next ayah (67:13) says Allah knows what is in our hearts. Explore it together!

Action: Do one good deed secretly, just for Allah.