When we ask a child what they took away from a story, the answer is often a simple ‘I liked it’ or ‘it was good’. While it is great that they enjoyed the experience, we often hope for a deeper reflection on the character development or the spiritual lesson. Wise Compass provides specific prompts that help children move past these generic responses and explain exactly what they have learned. These prompts are woven into our Islamic stories for kids to act as a bridge between the narrative and the child’s own life. For instance, after reading ‘Road Rage’, a prompt might ask the child to identify a specific moment where Sabr could have changed the outcome of a situation. This gives them a concrete starting point to discuss the lesson of patience, helping them to verbalise complex ideas in a way that is clear and relatable. It transforms a vague feeling of enjoyment into a structured understanding of a core value. 

This practice of guided reflection is a cornerstone of effective Muslim parenting and values-based reading. By providing children with the right questions, we empower them to think critically about the stories they consume and the choices they make. Wise Compass prompts are designed to be human and observant, reflecting the real modern-day dilemmas that children face. They encourage social-emotional learning by asking children to consider the perspectives of others and the impact of their actions. As they learn to explain the ‘how’ and ‘why’ of a story like ‘Ask and You Shall Be Answered’, they are also building their media wisdom and comprehension skills. This scholar-authored approach ensures that children are not just passive consumers of content, but active participants in their own learning journey. It builds their confidence and strengthens their identity, helping them to communicate their faith and values with clarity. They learn that their opinions matter and that they have the words to express them, making every story a stepping stone toward becoming a thoughtful and articulate individual.