The Islamic Months in Order: 12 Illustrated Pages for Kids
One illustrated page for each Hijri month, with what its name means, what happens in it, and a small activity.
Updated 25 October 2026
12 pagesPrintable set
A4 & US Letterprint at home
Ages 6–12best for
One page each monthtime it takesThe Islamic calendar follows the moon. Each month begins with the sighting of the new crescent, so a year of twelve lunar months is about eleven days shorter than the solar year.
This set gives every Hijri month its own page, from Muharram to Dhul Hijjah. Each page explains what the month's name means, what happens in it, and gives children one small thing to try.
Four of the twelve months are sacred months, marked on their pages: Muharram, Rajab, Dhul Qa'dah and Dhul Hijjah.
The twelve months in order
- Muharram, Safar, Rabi' al-Awwal, Rabi' al-Akhir
- Jumada al-Ula, Jumada al-Akhirah, Rajab, Sha'ban
- Ramadan, Shawwal, Dhul Qa'dah, Dhul Hijjah
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How to use it
Print all twelve pages, or print each month's page as it begins and pin it up for the month.
Read the page together at the start of each Islamic month, and do its "Try this" activity during the month.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Islamic months in order?
Muharram, Safar, Rabi' al-Awwal, Rabi' al-Akhir, Jumada al-Ula, Jumada al-Akhirah, Rajab, Sha'ban, Ramadan, Shawwal, Dhul Qa'dah and Dhul Hijjah.
Which are the four sacred months?
Muharram, Rajab, Dhul Qa'dah and Dhul Hijjah.
Why is the Islamic year shorter than the solar year?
Islamic months follow the moon, and twelve lunar months add up to about 354 or 355 days, around eleven days fewer than the solar year.
Are the Islamic months pages free?
Yes. They are free to download, need no sign-up, and come in A4 and US Letter sizes.
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