The question
How do I move on to a new surah with my daughter, given that her memorization works like this:
I begin the first word, then she completes the next — this is with Surat al-Fatihah and Surat an-Nas.
Or should she be able to recite it all on her own?
Also, is her inability to stay in one place when I read her a story or memorize the Qur'an normal?
And when can I send her to kindergarten? Do you advise it?
Our answer
Dear sister, try a second stage where you read one verse and she completes the next, then you read one and she does two, and so on, until she's able to recite the full surah on her own. That is more lasting in memorization and recitation for her, and a beautiful achievement that brings joy to her heart.
Show your happiness when she recites the verses so the feeling reaches her and she's encouraged more.
As for kindergarten, we don't recommend it unless the environment is sound and good, with people whose religion and creed you know.
It's better to begin with her through the preparatory curriculum stage by stage. Refer to the teacher's guide — it will help you with that.
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