Teaching our children Arabic, one story at a time
A licensed Lebanese publisher creating Arabic curricula that start from the story, with a remote learning center led by Dr. Khadija Abdulmonem Haydoura, for children in Lebanon and around the world.
Led by Dr. Khadija Abdulmonem Haydoura
What Dar Alwan offers
Books and curricula for children
Reading in a Story, the Rayaheen stories and the Bulbul curriculum, from age 4 to grade 5.
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Remote learning center
Arabic lessons, special education and speech therapy online, from age 3 to adults.
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For schools and kindergartens
Curricula used in schools and centers in Canada and Germany, with special school prices.
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From Dar Alwan
Reading in a Story
An educational series that makes the story a gateway to learning Arabic, accompanying the child in developing reading, writing, comprehension and expression. It responds to the needs of children living abroad, and brings together picture stories, language activities and accompanying digital content.
- The story is the child's way into reading, writing, comprehension and expression.
- Designed for the needs of children living outside the Arab world.
- Digital stories for every level, through a QR code on the last page of the book.
- Written by Dr. Khadija Abdulmonem Haydoura, children's author and educational researcher.
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Our books
Books, stories and curricula for every age
From the Bulbul curriculum for 4-year-olds, to Reading in a Story from kindergarten to grade 5, to the Rayaheen picture stories in Arabic and English.
Bulbul Curriculum
A curriculum for building Arabic foundations at age 4, $30 for the curriculum.
Reading in a Story
An educational series that makes the story a gateway to learning Arabic, $30 per book.
Rayaheen Collection
12 picture stories in Arabic and English, $7 per story.
12 bilingual picture stories · 8 to 11 yearsThe complete Rayaheen collection
$84
Story 1 · 8 to 11 yearsThe Journey of Nasma
$7
Story 2 · 8 to 11 yearsThe Dove of Goodness
$7
Story 3 · 8 to 11 yearsThe Newborn of the Holy Kaaba
$7
Story 4 · 8 to 11 yearsA Glorious Praise
$7
Story 5 · 8 to 11 yearsThe Generous Tree
$7
Story 6 · 8 to 11 yearsThe Chosen Gift
$7
Story 7 · 8 to 11 yearsThe Prosperous Basil
$7
Story 8 · 8 to 11 yearsZainab
$7
Story 9 · 8 to 11 yearsSwarm of Doves
$7
Story 10 · 8 to 11 yearsOur Twelve Stars
$7
Story 11 · 8 to 11 yearsThe Nectar from the Imam
$7
Story 12 · 8 to 11 yearsA Drop of Rain
$7Grammar in a Story Coming soon
A companion series that teaches Arabic grammar through the story.
A companion series that starts from the story to present Arabic grammar, leading the learner from reading and discussing the text to discovering the rule and applying it, through graded questions and exercises.
Dar Alwan Remote Learning Center
Arabic, closer to your children, wherever you live
Online Arabic lessons, special education and speech therapy for children of Arab and Lebanese families in many countries, from age 3 to adults.
The founder
Dr. Khadija Abdulmonem Haydoura
Children's author, publisher and educational researcher; founder and director of Dar Alwan for Printing and Publishing in Lebanon
- Master's degree in Arabic literature, specializing in children's literature, from the Lebanese University.
- PhD in Arabic language and literature, specializing in modern literary criticism, from Beirut Arab University.
- Her work brings together writing, curriculum development and teaching Arabic, especially to children of Arab communities living abroad.
Questions
Questions families ask
What is Dar Alwan for Printing and Publishing?
A licensed Lebanese publisher founded in 2020 in Al-Majadel, Tyre, South Lebanon, run by the author and educational researcher Dr. Khadija Abdulmonem Haydoura. It publishes Arabic curricula that start from the story, educational and religious stories, and runs a remote learning center.
Which book suits my child's age?
The Bulbul curriculum for age 4, Reading in a Story from kindergarten (age 5) to grade 5 (age 10), and the Rayaheen collection for children aged 8 to 11. If you're not sure, message us on WhatsApp and we'll help you choose.
How much do the books cost?
Each Reading in a Story book is $30, the Bulbul curriculum is $30, each Rayaheen story is $7, and the complete collection of 12 stories is $84.
How do I order and pay?
Add the books to your cart and send the order from the checkout page; WhatsApp opens with your order details. Pay cash on delivery, or by Whish transfer with a photo of the receipt.
How much does delivery cost and how long does it take?
Delivery reaches every region of Lebanon for $5 to $10 depending on the area, in about 7 to 10 days.
Do you ship outside Lebanon?
Yes, depending on shipping options, including countries in Europe and Africa, Canada and the United States. Cost and time are set for each order on WhatsApp, and the books are also available in the United States.
Can I exchange a book?
Yes, with delivery paid by the customer. If there is a printing defect, the publisher pays the delivery for the exchange.
Do the books come with digital stories?
Yes. Digital stories are available for every level of Reading in a Story, through the QR code on the last page of the book, or by searching YouTube for the story's name with the author's name, “Khadija Haydoura”.
Do you have special prices for schools?
Yes. Prices for schools and kindergartens are discussed directly on WhatsApp, and the school price includes the electronic teacher's guide. Our curricula are used in schools and centers in Canada and Germany.
What does the remote learning center offer?
Online Arabic lessons, special education and speech therapy for children of Arab and Lebanese families, from age 3 to adults. Enrollment is on WhatsApp.
Delivery across Lebanon$5 to $10, about 7 to 10 days. Shipping abroad is arranged on WhatsApp.
Cash on deliveryPay in cash when the books arrive.
Or by WhishTransfer to +961 70 788 116 and send a photo of the receipt.