Muslim sisters of Staten Island_ISTD-1017-6936_Sample 4.12 (Medium)
Loading ...

Read Alouds

MSSI

Promoting Literacy through reading

Read-alouds provide an excellent example of fluent, expressive reading, which helps children learn ​the rhythms and intonations of language. This in turn, helps them become better readers ​themselves. Read-alouds demonstrate the joy of reading for pleasure. By reading aloud to children, ​parents and educators can show them that reading can be enjoyable and rewarding and help ​foster a love of books that will last a lifetime.

Join us for our special Ramadan Read-Aloud – the best part? It can be done anywhere, anytime, ​and with anyone.
At MSSI, we recognize the profound impact that reading has on children cognitive and emotional development. Through our dedicated Read Aloud program, we aim to unlock the boundless potential of young minds by immersing them in the world of literature. Read-aloud sessions serve as a powerful tool for nurturing fluent and expressive reading skills, enabling children to grasp the nuances of language while fostering a love for storytelling.

By engaging children in themed readings aligned with calendar events such as Black History ​Month, Women’s History Month, and Ramadan, we strive to promote cultural awareness and inclusivity. Moreover, our program extends beyond the realms of literacy, addressing critical social issues through carefully curated readings on topics such as disability awareness and advocacy. Throughthese initiatives, we empower children to become lifelong learners and compassionate ​advocateswithin their communities.

Ramadan Read Aloud 2024

Ramadan written by Hannah eliot
read by Mia ali Collins

Naming Ceremony
read by Ayanna Abdul-Qawiyy

black like me
read by Mia ali Collins

brown skin girl
read by Mya ali Collins

i am by Ayesha Rodriguez
Read By Nathi Aubertin

Ta​ke A look at

some of our guest readers and authors

MSSI

live reader adl ismaaeel

Ta​ke A look at

Read Alouds done by community youths

Since 2014, we have been instrumental in creating programs, services, activities and support that fosters community engagement and relations.

Contact us

Our office
104 Beach street, Staten Island, NY 10304
Phone number
+1 718 619 1365
Email us
info@muslimsistersofsi.org
©2025 Muslim Sisters of Staten Island - All rights reserved

Stephany Dumas She is a seasoned consultant specializing in non-dilutive funding, tax incentives, and strategic financial structuring, with a track record of supporting over $7.7B+ in funding outcomes.


Her expertise lies in helping startups and growth-stage businesses unlock capital, optimize financial systems, and strengthen operational efficiency through data-driven strategy.

As a trainer in the program, she equips entrepreneurs with practical frameworks for funding readiness, business scalability, and investment positioning—bridging the gap between ideas and execution.

Danial Shaikh is a Faculty Lecturer holding an MSc in Marketing from Ulster University. He brings a strong blend of academic expertise, corporate experience, and mentoring practice.

Here are some highlights of his achievements:
Danial has mentored over 1,500 students in career development, higher education, and entrepreneurship.
He has supported 200+ early-stage startups in transforming ideas into viable ventures.
Through the OMLAS International Mentorship Programme, he has mentored globally, including sessions in Nepal and Bangladesh.

In these international sessions, he coached young professionals and social entrepreneurs, helping them build practical skills and confidence. His experience in multinational organizations, along with his expertise in workshop facilitation, communication skills training, and career readiness coaching, allows him to design sessions that are practical, interactive, and contextually relevant.

Danial is confident that these trainings equip participants with the skills and confidence needed to thrive in their careers and successfully navigate professional challenges.

Karina is an operations-focused professional specializing in optimizing business processes and enhancing customer experience through structured systems and execution-driven strategies.

Here are some highlights of her expertise:
Karina has experience across corporate environments and digital projects, contributing to customer support, quality assurance, marketing, and administrative operations.
She brings a strong cross-functional perspective to improving business efficiency.
Her core strength lies in identifying operational gaps and streamlining workflows into scalable systems.

As part of a globally connected team, she supports program delivery by contributing practical insights on process optimization, service quality improvement, and operational execution.

Her approach combines analytical thinking with structured implementation—ensuring businesses not only plan effectively but execute with clarity and measurable outcomes.

Mr. Ansari is an experienced business professional and a technology practitioner, with a success record of establishing and operating globally recognized programs and operational capabilities for Fortune 500 businesses across numerous industry verticals. Faisal s core domain expertise include Cybersecurity, Information Privacy, Data Lifecycle Management, Enterprise Risk/Compliance, and IT Strategy/Transformation.