Because Allah Asked Us To: A Story About Taqwa

By Ndaa Hassan and Minha Kauser

Adam has so many questions.

Why do we pray?

Why do we fast?

Why do we give Zakat?

Every time he asks Mama, the answer is always the same: "Because Allah asked us to."

Yet, Adam wants more than simple answers. He wants to understand.

Join Adam and Mama on a heartwarming journey filled with questions, faith, trust, and love. Through playful walks and thoughtful talks, Adam learns that sometimes we do things simply because Allah asked us to - trusting Him first - and that, over time, Allah helps us see the wisdom behind His commands.

This story beautifully introduces children to the concepts of Islam (Is-laam), Iman (Ee-maan), Ihsan (Ih-saan), and Taqwa (Taq-wah), encouraging young hearts to trust, believe, and strive for excellence in all they do.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1732097089
• ISBN13: 9781732097087
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Beyond Books Publishing
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"
• Age Range: 12 years and under
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 7