Eid al-Fitr is upon us, with all its joys and happiness, with its beautiful memories. Who among us does not carry many of these in their hearts? Memories associated with those greetings, family visits, neighbors, and friends. We offer cakes and sweets. Perhaps these customs are similar in all Arab countries, and are often accompanied by traditions that govern the way they are prepared. They remain a beautiful memory bearing many spiritual and social characteristics that tickle our conscience whenever we recall them. Everyone might gather at grandmother's house to prepare cakes in large quantities. The tasks are divided among them, and the work extends for hours, producing the most beautiful dishes mixed with the sweetest memories that remain associated with this occasion, to return to us anytime we eat this dish and wherever it is, with all the associated feelings. It is as if the day we participated in cooking it, we were not making a dish, but rather making unforgettable memories . We go through a beautiful, successful experience, through which the child's personality is built, his talents are directed, his abilities are employed, and he is connected to his occasions, days, and family: spiritually and psychologically.
Having a maid or a cook at home should not deprive our children of the pleasure of sharing in the cooking and preparing beautiful dishes, even on special occasions. Cooking is an integrated activity where the child can learn all of his school bag, including science, mathematics, and arts... He also learns social skills, religious values, and others, not to mention the overwhelming joy that fills his soul and the pride in participating in preparing Eid sweets. So do not deprive them of this pleasure and create the most beautiful memories with them, and do not forget to document them with photos.