Learning never stops… even during Ramadan, so Year 6 student Ghaya Al Muhairi fom Al Mamoura Academy reveals how she’s staying on track with her e-learning studies during the holy month.

words Shruthi Vijayan

What do you think the most essential qualities of Ramadan are?

I think there are many, but one of the most important ones is having sympathy for poor people who go hungry for long periods with no access to food or drink. Another quality is showing kindness to others and avoiding name-calling and other mean-spirited actions.

Can you give an example of how you try to perform one of these good deeds yourself?

Fasting helps us to empathise with those who go without food due to poverty. We can also donate money to the red crescent to provide food, water or clothes to those who need it most. We forgive a person that has made a mistake easier in Ramadan, and we try our best to be kind towards everyone who crosses our path.

Describe your distance learning routine during Ramadan.

I wake up for Suhoor, then I try my best to wake up early in time for my live lessons which typically begin my day. I follow the same routine, but I just try to drink more water and generally eat well during Suhoor to give me the energy I need for the day ahead.

What is the best thing about distance learning during Ramadan in your opinion?

Personally, the best thing I love about distance learning in Ramadan is that our lesson timings have been adapted to the holy month. Extra time is given to submit work, and the schedules of the lessons are more flexible during Ramadan.

Grownups and kids alike are learning to maintain that fine balance between the numerous things they now want to do being at home. So go on, tell us what all you have on your plate!

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