How do you spell Salaam Sleep?

The official spelling is 'Salaam Sleep' (two words). It is also commonly written as 'Salam Sleep'.

What does Salaam mean and how is it pronounced?

Salaam (سلام) is the Arabic word for peace, pronounced /səˈlɑːm/ (suh-LAHM). 'Salaam Sleep' means peaceful sleep.

Is Salaam Sleep an Islamic app?

Yes. Salaam Sleep is a premium Islamic bedtime-story app with audio stories rooted in Islamic values like sabr (patience), shukr (gratitude) and tawakkul (trust).

What age is Salaam Sleep for?

Salaam Sleep is designed for Muslim children aged 3 to 8.

Is there a free trial for Salaam Sleep?

Yes — Salaam Sleep offers 7 free nights so families can try the stories before subscribing.

Can parents record their own voice on Salaam Sleep?

Yes. Parents can record a personal goodnight message that is stitched into each bedtime story.

Can Salaam Sleep stories be downloaded for offline listening?

Yes. Subscribers can download stories for offline listening, including ambient sounds and the parent-voice message.

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AN ISLAMIC BEDTIME STORY FOR CHILDREN

Ruqqayyah and the Little Tea House

Ruqqayyah and the Little Tea House — Salaam Sleep Bedtime Story

Ages 3–8Little Believers

Tonight's story is called Ruqqayyah and the Little Tea House. When Ruqqayyah is asked to look after her grandmother's tiny tea house in Blossom Village all on h

About This Story

Tonight's story is called Ruqqayyah and the Little Tea House. When Ruqqayyah is asked to look after her grandmother's tiny tea house in Blossom Village all on her own, she feels nervous and unsure — what if she says the wrong thing, or the tea isn't good enough, or no one wants to stay? But when a tired stranger wanders in as evening falls, Ruqqayyah learns that a warm smile, a kind word of سَلَام (salam) — peace — and a full cup of tea poured with love are worth more than anything fancy. By the end, Ruqqayyah discovers that being a good host isn't about having the perfect words — it's about opening your heart, the way Allah اللَّه loves for us to open our doors to one another.

The full narration and story experience live inside the Salaam Sleep app.

Islamic Values

Hospitality and kindness to travelersHospitality

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The Dua

اللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْنَا مِنَ الْمُتَحَابِّينَ فِيكَ

Allahumma aj'alna min al-mutahabbeen feek.

O Allah, make us among those who love one another for Your sake.

— Related to Hadith (Sunan at-Tirmidhi)

What Your Child Can Learn

Being a good host is about opening your heart and serving others for the sake of Allah.

Perfect For

BedtimeAges 3–8Learning hospitality and kindness to travelersMuslim families

How the bedtime ritual unfolds

Four gentle steps that turn story time into a calm, meaningful nightly routine.

Hold to Reveal

Press and hold the glowing card to gently reveal tonight's story.

Bismillah

A calm Bismillah moment opens the story with intention and barakah.

The Story

Studio-narrated chapters carry little listeners into a magical world.

Sleep Well

A soft closing soundscape eases your child gently into sleep.

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True kindness is performed sincerely for the sake of Allah alone, not for recognition or reward from others.

Encouragement

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Kind words can help someone find their voice again.

Compassion (Kindness)

Riyaadh and the Kindness Caravan

The ones who need kindness the most are often the ones who never ask for it out loud. Allah loves the servant who notices with his heart before his ears ever hear a request.