Hello there dear Kids Corner readers and welcome to this May edition of your favourite column. Eid-ul-Adha is being celebrated today (May 28) and there is much excitement in the air. The day commemorates the great sacrifice that the prophet Ebrahim (AS) was prepared to make for the Almighty. This very special occasion is a beautiful reminder of sacrifice, kindness, generosity, caring for others, sharing and being thankful for all the blessings of the Almighty. So, dear kids, to those of you who are celebrating Eid-ul-Adha, remember to help at home, be kind to everyone, keep smiling and share your sweets. Small acts of kindness can make a very big difference. May the day of Eid-ul-Adha bring lots of happiness and peace to all our readers and their families, who will be celebrating. Eid Mubarak!
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– The Editor’s decision is final.
– Prizes will be awarded to the top three entries.
– This competition is open to all children between the age of 5 and 12 years who live in the main distribution area of the LAUDIUM SUN.
– Closing date: Monday, June 15, 2026.
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Congratulations to our Winners!!!
Below are the three Kids Corner readers who really excelled in our April contest and are our chosen winners! And here we stress chosen winners…as the number of entries we receive each month never ceases to astonish us! It is amazing – and the quality absolutely breathtaking (our judges certainly have their work cut out for them!) We are thrilled! To think that such incredible talent lies in the hands of our young readers! What a great thought, knowing that we can expect only great things from you! We’d say, keep it up, but we just know that’s what you plan on doing in any case, without any prompting from us! Let’s rather say, keep us amazed!
Did you know?
1. The day of Arafah falls on the 9th of Dhul Hijjah.
2. This day takes place during Hajj, when millions of Muslims gather on the Plains of Arafah for prayer, repentance and supplication.
3.Eid-ul-Adha is then celebrated the following day on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah, the 12th month on the Islamic calendar.
4. Muslims around the world celebrate the special occasion with special Eid prayers, Qurbani(sacrifice), family gatherings and charity.
5. Qurbani(sacrifice) is also performed on Eid-ul-Adha, in remembrance of the sacrifice that prophet Ebrahim(AS) was prepared to make for the Almighty.
6. Ebrahim (AS) was prepared to sacrifice his son, Ismail (AS), but the Almighty replaced Ismail(AS) with a sheep, showing that the test was about obedience and faith.
7. Qurbani is performed after the Eid Salah on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah and can continue till the 12th of Dhul Hijjah.
8. Animals sacrificed include goats, sheep and cows.
9. The meat from the sacrifice is divided into 3 parts; 1 part for family, 1 part for friends and neighbours and 1 part for the poor.
10. The act of Qurbani is not about the meat itself but about sincerity, piety and devotion to the Almighty.
Smile-a-while
Q: Why did the sheep cross the road on Eid?
A: To wish everybody “Eid Mubaarak!”
Q: What do you call a funny goat on Eid?
A. A laugh-a-lamb!
Q. Why was the little boy so excited for Eid?
A. Because he finally had a “baa rilliant” holiday!
Q. Why did the sheep cross the road on Eid?
A. To wish everybody “Eid Mubaa rak!”
Q. What do you call a funny goat on Eid?
A. laugh-a-lamb!
Q. Why was the little boy so excited for Eid?
A. Because he finally had a “baa rilliant” holiday!
Q. What’s a sheep’s favourite dessert on Eid AL-Udah?
A. Baa-klava!
Q. What do sheep say to each other on Eid-ul-Adha
Hope you have a baaa-utiful day!