Every Thursday after 10 pm, I sit with my children. We read a small part of Zubdatul Fiqh by Maulana Syed Zawar Hussain Shah, and I explain it in simple words. They always have questions—some I can answer easily, and some make me think hard. That made me realise they need a simple way to review books. This will help them read, talk about what they read, and grow their thinking skills.
What Is a Book Review?
A book review is just your own short talk or note about a book. You say:
Book Name & Author
What It’s About (in one sentence)
What You Liked or Didn’t Like
Who Might Enjoy It
Why It Helps
Helps Friends Choose good books.
Makes You Think more about what you read.
Builds Confidence in talking and writing.
Easy Steps to Write One
Name & Author
“I read Zubdatul Fiqh by Maulana Syed Zawar Hussain Shah.”
One-Sentence Summary
“It explains the seven levels of Hell.”
OLikes & Wishes
“I liked the clear list of levels. I wished each level had a small story.”
Who Will Like It
“Kids who want to learn about fiqh will enjoy this book.”
Simple Example: “Seven Tabaqat of Dozakh”
Book: Zubdatul Fiqh by Maulana Syed Zawar Hussain Shah
About: Seven levels of Hell and who goes to each level.
I Liked: The short, clear names for each level.
I Wished: More simple stories to explain each level.
Good For: Young readers curious about Islamic law.
Try This at Home
- Read Together. Pick a small chapter or story.
- Talk About It. Let children ask questions.
- Write a Review. Use the four steps above.
- Share. Stick it on the fridge or read it at your next muzakira.