AN ISLAMIC BEDTIME STORY FOR CHILDREN
The Peacock's Thankful Heart
The Peacock's Thankful Heart — Salaam Sleep Bedtime Story
When Taj the peacock hears the robin's beautiful song and sees his friend's shimmering feathers, he begins to feel small and forgets how special he already is.
About This Story
When Taj the peacock hears the robin's beautiful song and sees his friend's shimmering feathers, he begins to feel small and forgets how special he already is. As he wanders through Sapphire Garden feeling jealous, he learns from his wise mother and from a quiet pool of water that Allah اللّٰه gives every creature their own unique gifts, and that comparing what we have to what others have only steals our joy. By the end, Taj learns to look at his own tail feathers — not with jealousy, but with a thankful heart, whispering Alhamdulillah الحمد لله for everything Allah اللّٰه has given him.
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Islamic Values
The Dua
اَلْحَمْدُ لِلّٰهِ
Alhamdulillah
All praise is for Allah.
— Quran
What Your Child Can Learn
True happiness comes from being thankful for your own blessings instead of wishing for someone else's.
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How the bedtime ritual unfolds
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Bismillah
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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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