How to Pray Salah for Kids: A Free Illustrated Book
A bright, picture-by-picture Salah book that helps children learn every step of the prayer.
Updated 25 October 2026
15 pagesGuide
A4 & US Letterprint at home
Children aged 4 to 12best for
10 minutes to read togethertime it takesChildren learn best when they can see what to do. My Salah Book shows every position of the prayer with a colourful picture, from the first Allahu Akbar to the final salam and du'a.
Each page has simple steps your child can follow and the words to say, written in easy English letters. It follows the Hanafi way of praying, and ends with a weekly star chart so your child can colour a star every time they pray.
Step by step
- 1Before I pray
Make wudu, wear clean clothes, face the qiblah and check it is prayer time.
- 2Takbir
Lift your hands to your ears and say Allahu Akbar.
- 3Qiyam
Fold your hands below your tummy button and recite al-Fatihah and a surah.
- 4Ruku'
Bow down with your hands on your knees and your back flat.
- 5Qawmah
Stand up straight with your arms by your sides.
- 6Sajdah
Go down with your forehead and nose on the mat, twice, with a short sit in between.
- 7Tashahhud
Sit on your left foot and lift only your right pointing finger.
- 8Salam
Turn your head to the right, then to the left, and say the salam.
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How to use it
Print the book and staple it, or keep the pages in a folder by your child's prayer mat. Go through one or two pages a day together, then practise the positions on the mat.
Print the "My Salah stars" page each week so your child can colour a star for every prayer.
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Frequently asked questions
What age is My Salah Book for?
It suits children from about 4 to 12. Younger children can follow the pictures, and older children can read the steps on their own.
Which way of praying does it follow?
It follows the Hanafi school, the way most Muslims in India and South Asia are taught to pray.
Is there Arabic in the book?
The words to say are written in easy English letters so children can read them. Learn the correct pronunciation with a teacher.
How does the star chart work?
Your child colours a star every time they pray. Print a new page each week to keep going.
Is the PDF free?
Yes. It is free to download, needs no sign-up, and comes in A4 and US Letter sizes.
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