Children often justify ‘small cheating’ as something that doesn’t really matter, especially if it seems like nobody was hurt. However, these small actions are the seeds of our future character. Wise Compass helps children understand the cumulative impact of these choices on their inner selves and their friendships. As Muslim parents, we want to teach them that integrity is not situational; it is a constant state of being. Our Islamic stories for kids use relatable scenarios to show how ‘small cheating’ erodes the trust that is essential for healthy relationships and a peaceful heart. 

Through values-based reading, we show that when we cheat, we are not just breaking a rule, but breaking a promise to ourselves and to Allah Almighty. Our faith-friendly story platform uses stories like The Twisted Tree to illustrate how small, negative habits can slowly change who we are. Children see how a character’s relationship with their peers changes when they are not honest, helping them realize that trust is easy to lose but hard to regain. By connecting these lessons to the noble Quran and the teachings of holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, we make the concept of honesty feel sacred. We want children to feel that their character is a beautiful garden that needs to be protected from the weeds of dishonesty. Wise Compass provides the stories that help children see the bigger picture, teaching them that a ‘fair deal’ is always better than a ‘sneaky win’. This helps build a sense of social-emotional learning that values the rights of others and the purity of one’s own heart. By understanding the harm of small lapses, children become more committed to living with total integrity.