The quick spread of rumours and screenshots is a major cause of harm in online communities. Wise Compass helps children understand the weight of their actions and the importance of not being a source of gossip. As Muslim parents, we want our children to be ‘safe harbours’ who protect the privacy and honour of others, as taught in the noble Quran. Our Islamic stories for kids illustrate that forwarding something hurtful is a breach of trust and can cause lasting damage, whereas staying silent is often an act of great wisdom and mercy. 

Our faith-friendly story platform features characters who face the temptation to share something ‘juicy’ but choose the path of integrity instead. Through values-based reading, children learn about the concept of Amanah and how it applies to information. In stories like The Twisted Tree, we explore how being a source of gossip can cloud the heart and hurt our character through Tazkiyah. By following the remarkably loyal and truthful character of holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, who warned against spreading everything one hears, children are inspired to be careful. We want children to feel that their digital silence is a form of protection. Wise Compass provides the social-emotional learning tools for children to understand the feelings of the person being gossiped about. By making the choice to not forward rumours attractive and heroic, we help children build a resilient identity. They learn that by protecting others, they are following the guidance of the noble Quran and building a community of trust and safety, ensuring they grow into adults who value the honour of every individual and seek the pleasure of Allah Almighty in their speech.