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

The Hyena Who Said Sorry

The Hyena Who Said Sorry — Salaam Sleep Bedtime Story

Ages 3–8Wild Wonders

Tonight's story is called The Hyena Who Said Sorry. On the wide golden Sunset Plains, a young hyena loves to run, tumble, and laugh louder than anyone — but whe

About This Story

Tonight's story is called The Hyena Who Said Sorry. On the wide golden Sunset Plains, a young hyena loves to run, tumble, and laugh louder than anyone — but when his rough play breaks something precious belonging to his best friend, his stubborn heart won't let the words "I'm sorry" come out. He learns that pride can feel like a heavy stone sitting on the chest, and that the only way to feel light again is to be humble enough to say sorry — to his friend, and to Allah اللّٰه. By the end, the young hyena discovers that saying sorry doesn't make you small. It makes you brave.

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

Islamic Values

Tawbah and HumilityApologising (Tawbah & Humility)

The Dua

رَبِّ اغْفِرْ لِي وَتُبْ عَلَيَّ إِنَّكَ أَنْتَ التَّوَّابُ الرَّحِيمُ

Rabbi-ghfirli wa tub 'alayya innaka antat-Tawwabur-Raheem.

My Lord, forgive me and accept my repentance. Indeed, You are the Accepting of repentance, the Merciful.

— Sunan Ibn Majah

What Your Child Can Learn

A true friend and a true believer is not afraid to say sorry, because Allah loves those who turn back to Him and to each other with a soft heart.

Perfect For

BedtimeAges 3–8Learning tawbah and humilityMuslim 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.

The Cheetah Learns to Wait

Good things come to those who trust Allah اللّٰه and wait with a patient heart.

Gentleness

The Porcupine's Gentle Heart

Your quills aren't meant to push away the ones who love you; Allah gave you your quills as a gift, not as a wall to keep out kindness.

Kindness

The Hedgehog's Secret Smile

Allah sees every good deed, even the ones done in secret.

Responsibility (Amanah)

The Alpaca and the Silver Bell

Allah اللّٰه loves those who take care of what they've been given.

Hope

The Reindeer of the Northern Lights

Hope is not a feeling you wait for—it is a dua you carry with you, and Allah does not ask you to be the strongest, just to take the first step and trust Him with the rest.

Hard Work (Effort & Responsibility)

The Beaver's Big Project

Great things are built one small step at a time, especially when we ask Allah for help and keep trying instead of giving up.

Listen to “The Hyena Who Said Sorry”

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