Q: What does “With hardship comes ease” mean?
A: Surah Al-Sharh (94:5-6) "For indeed, with hardship comes ease. Indeed, with hardship comes ease."فَإِنَّ مَعَ ٱلْعُسْرِ يُسْرًا إِنَّ مَعَ ٱلْعُسْرِ يُسْرًاRafiq’s journey shows that struggle is followed by relief. The climb was painful at first, but each time he tried again, it became easier. By the end, he was strong enough to climb effortlessly and enjoy the reward. This reflects Allah’s promise in the Quran that no hardship lasts forever—ease always follows.

Q: What happens when we do things we must do instead of just what we want to do? (Self-Discipline)
A: Rafiq wanted the best berries, but they were hard to reach. Instead of giving up, he pushed through the discomfort and kept climbing. His self-discipline made him stronger—and in the end, he was rewarded with more than he hoped for.

Q: How do raspberry plants grow?
A: They start as seeds, grow roots and canes, bloom flowers, and then turn into berries once pollinated—nature’s slow reward.

Q: What does the Qur’an say about waiting?
A: Surah Al-Baqarah (2:153) يَـٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ ٱسْتَعِينُوا۟ بِٱلصَّبْرِ وَٱلصَّلَوٰةِ ۚ إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ مَعَ ٱلصَّـٰبِرِينَسورة البقرة – الآية ١٥٣O believers! Seek comfort in patience and prayer. Allah is truly with those who are patient.

Q: Why did Tigo laugh at Pao?
A: Because he thought only fast things were worth planting. But not everything grows fast—and not everything needs to.

Q: Why didn’t the bamboo grow right away?
A: Because it was growing roots underground—getting ready before anyone could see.

Q: Why Do we Need to Give Sadaqah?
A: "Surat Al-Baqarah (2:274) “Those who spend their wealth in the way of Allah, both by day and by night, in secret and in public, will receive their reward from their Lord. They will have no fear, nor will they grieve.” ٱلَّذِينَ يُنفِقُونَ أَمْوَٰلَهُم بِٱلَّيْلِ وَٱلنَّهَارِ سِرًّۭا وَعَلَانِيَةًۭ فَلَهُمْ أَجْرُهُمْ عِندَ رَبِّهِمْ وَلَا خَوْفٌ عَلَيْهِمْ وَلَا هُمْ يَحْزَنُونَ "

Q: What does being kind and generous mean?
A: Being kind and generous means helping others without expecting anything in return.

Q: How do animals survive during winter?
A: Animals survive winter by storing food, building shelters, and using natural behaviors like hibernation. Nora helped by collecting seeds and building shelters, showing us how important preparation is.

Q: Why Is This Happening to Me?
A: Surat Al-Hadid (57:22-23) "No disaster strikes upon the earth or among yourselves except that it is in a register before We bring it into being – indeed that, for Allah, is easy. In order that you not despair over what has eluded you and not exult [in pride] over what He has given you. And Allah does not like everyone self-deluded and boastful."

Q: Does trusting Allah mean we don’t have to work hard? (Tawakkul vs. Laziness)
A: No! Grandfather told Adam that Tawakkul means doing your best and trusting Allah with the result. After the horse left, they still worked in the field. Trust in Allah doesn’t mean doing nothing—it means acting with effort and faith.

Q: How did horses help with farm work?
A: Horses are strong animals. On farms, people used them to pull heavy equipment like plows for planting seeds, carts for transporting goods, and to carry heavy loads. Their strength and speed made farm work faster and easier, helping farmers grow more food.

Q: Why can’t we eat everything?
A: Surat Al Maidah 5:5 ‘All good, pure foods have been made lawful for you’ "الْيَوْمَ أُحِلَّ لَكُمُ الطَّيِّبَاتُ"

Q: Why do we say 'Bismillah' before eating?
A: Saying 'Bismillah' reminds us to thank Allah for the food we have and to eat in a way that’s mindful and blessed.

Q: Why are pigs considered dirty animals?
A: Because they eat decaying matter, garbage, and dead animals, which helps clean the environment (decomposer)—but makes them unsafe to eat.

Q: Why be good to those who aren’t?
A: Surat Fussilat (41-34):"ادْفَعْ بِالَّتِي هِيَ أَحْسَنُ"

Q: Why should we treat everyone kindly, no matter their size or strength?
A: The elephant learned that being big or strong doesn't make us better. Everyone, no matter how small, deserves respect and kindness. True strength is for helping, not hurting.

Q: Why Do we Need to Give Sadaqah?
A: Surat Al-Baqarah (2:274) “Those who spend their wealth in the way of Allah, both by day and by night, in secret and in public, will receive their reward from their Lord. They will have no fear, nor will they grieve.”ٱلَّذِينَ يُنفِقُونَ أَمْوَٰلَهُم بِٱلَّيْلِ وَٱلنَّهَارِ سِرًّۭا وَعَلَانِيَةًۭ فَلَهُمْ أَجْرُهُمْ عِندَ رَبِّهِمْ وَلَا خَوْفٌ عَلَيْهِمْ وَلَا هُمْ يَحْزَنُونَ

Q: What does being kind and generous mean?
A: Being kind and generous means helping others without expecting anything in return—just like Nora, whose kindness brought joy and warmth to everyone around her.

Q: How do animals survive during winter?
A: Animals survive winter by storing food, building shelters, and using natural behaviors like hibernation. Nora helped by collecting seeds and building shelters, showing us how important preparation is.

Q: What Will My Friends Say?
A: Surat Al-Isra (17:36) "And do not pursue what you have no knowledge of. Indeed, the hearing, the sight, and the heart—all will be questioned."

Q: Why shouldn’t we worry too much about what others say about us?
A: Because no matter what we do, people may criticize us. Allah gave us minds to decide what’s right and fair. Instead of worrying about others' opinions, we should always aim to please Allah, whose judgment truly matters.