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 Sleeping Dove

The Sleeping Dove — Salaam Sleep Bedtime Story

Ages 3–8Sky Explorers

Tonight's story is called The Sleeping Dove. Little Dove has had the biggest, busiest, most wonderful day — and now that it's time to settle into Dreamlight Nes

About This Story

Tonight's story is called The Sleeping Dove. Little Dove has had the biggest, busiest, most wonderful day — and now that it's time to settle into Dreamlight Nest, all that busyness won't sit still. Every time Little Dove closes their eyes, their wings twitch and their mind flutters back to the day's adventures. With gentle help from Grandmother Dove and a quiet flight beneath the stars, Little Dove discovers that a strange little feather on their own wing only glows when their heart is calm — and that calm doesn't come from doing more, but from remembering Allah اللّٰه and saying "thank You" for everything the day held. By the end, Little Dove learns that bedtime isn't the end of the fun — it's a soft, safe moment to place the whole day, and tomorrow too, into Allah's اللّٰه loving hands.

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

Islamic Values

Gratitude and reliance on AllahBedtime Peace

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The Dua

بِاسْمِكَ رَبِّ وَضَعْتُ جَنْبِي وَبِكَ أَرْفَعُهُ

Bismika Rabbi wada'tu janbi, wa bika arfa'uhu

In Your name, my Lord, I lie down, and in Your name, I rise.

— Sahih Bukhari

What Your Child Can Learn

Real peace at bedtime comes from remembering Allah اللّٰه and trusting Him with tomorrow, instead of holding onto the busyness of today.

Perfect For

BedtimeAges 3–8Learning gratitude and reliance on allahMuslim 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 Pelican's Basket of Blessings

Alhamdulillah اَلْحَمْدُ لِلّٰه , little one. That word doesn't mean 'thank you for the exciting things.' It means 'all praise belongs to Allah اللّٰه ' — for everything. The big moments and the small, quiet, ordinary ones too. Sometimes the quiet ones are the sweetest, if we take the time to notice them.