About Al-Meskiah Adventures
Al-Meskiah Adventures is a project started by Donna, Laila, and Houmam Kassar as a way to explore different avenues to uplift the Muslim community and empower artists and authors. As Muslims we have the responsibility to uplift one another, and that is exactly our goal. There already exists many talented Muslim creatives that we believe deserve to be shared and celebrated. We believe that providing children with powerful Muslim stories will help them feel represented and inspire them to pursue their dreams without limitations.
Our Mission
At Al-Meskiah Adventures, our purpose is empower children with the love of reading while uplifting authors, artists, and our Muslim community.
What is Al-Meskiah?
We were inspired to name our project Al-Meskiah, which was a part of the ancient marketplace in Damascus, where our family roots originate. In Damascus, this was the oldest and most established shopping centre and included the city's first bookstore!
How we discover our books
At Al-Meskiah Adventures, we take great care in selecting the books for our subscription boxes. Each book undergoes a thorough vetting process to ensure it aligns with our themes and values. We meticulously review every story to make sure it fits perfectly with the theme of the box, ensuring a cohesive and enriching experience for young readers. Additionally, we filter books based on lexile reading levels to find the best fit for our targeted age groups.
Donna
Donna Kassar is an Economics professor of twenty years, and an established member of the Muslim Homeschoolers of Greater Chicago. She has twenty-five years of homeschooling experience, teaching students K-12 including her own five children who have all reached University. She has established and led Muslim homeschooling groups, creating nurturing environments for academic, creative, and spiritual growth. She started the Muslim Munchkins box as a way to share book recommendations for parents in her homeschooling programs, and now would like to share the beauty of reading with more people!
Laila
Laila is a software engineer, and our passionate cofounder at Al-Meskiah Adventures who wears many hats. Combining her technical expertise with a love for reading, she aims to deliver curated experiences that ignite imaginations and foster a love for books.
Houmam
Houmam is a current student at St. Mary's University, where he plays as defender on the university's soccer team. With a knack for technology and a passion for innovation, he has been working on website creation and market research. He is currently pursuing a double major in marketing and business intelligence, with a minor in computer science.
The Al-Meskiah Adventures Blog
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Welcome to the World, Al-Meskiah Adventures!
Hello Readers! Welcome to the first Al-Meskiah Adventures blog post. My name is Laila, and I am one of the founders of this project. We are so excited to launch...
Welcome to the World, Al-Meskiah Adventures!
Hello Readers! Welcome to the first Al-Meskiah Adventures blog post. My name is Laila, and I am one of the founders of this project. We are so excited to launch...