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Real reviews from listeners, a Common Sense Media review, and the places Once Upon A Crescent is recommended and listed.

1.3M+all-time plays & downloads
6,800+followers on Spotify
4.7★average listener rating
800+listener ratings
80+free stories
Age 5+per Common Sense Media
5+Common Sense
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Reviewed by Common Sense Media

Common Sense Media, the nonprofit that rates media for families, reviewed the podcast (review by Afua Saafir) and rates it age 5+. It rates it “a lot” on each of these, under the headline “Storytelling pod teaches Muslim traditions, moral values.”

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★★★★★
“My kids and I love this podcast. We’ve been listening for almost 3 years now and have listened to each story a countless number of times! I love that Mrs. Hashmi not only includes deeper messages in her stories but weaves everything together in an engaging way.”
Fa_mo_72, Apple Podcasts review
★★★★★
“My kids lovingly ask, ‘Mama can you turn on Mrs. Hashimi?’ Can’t thank you enough for this amazing podcast. We’ve listened to each episode over and over and over again that my children have practically memorized them.”
Yusar8590, Apple Podcasts review
★★★★★
“I’ve been searching for something like this for years. Mrs. Hashmi does an exceptional job of weaving together interesting themes (animals, family, school etc.) with Islamic reminders in an approachable way for young listeners growing up in the West.”
Brown in Media, Apple Podcasts review
★★★★★
“This podcast is our absolute favorite! My kids, ages 7.5 & 6 request these stories during every car ride. As a mental health therapist, I find the lessons embedded into each story to be profound and very beneficial for children.”
SSultan77, Apple Podcasts review
★★★★★
“There is a hadith or message conveyed in each story that kids can relate and follow. Great way of learning instead of parents preaching.”
Khushisshaikh, Apple Podcasts review
★★★★★
“It’s a great way for my kids to stay connected to their faith, enrich their imaginations, and enjoy car rides!”
Sara1y, Apple Podcasts review
★★★★★
“The stories on this podcast are so creative and fun! They remind me of the whimsy of Peter Rabbit while also being very unique in their way of story telling. Definitely worth checking out regardless of your faith.”
The anime nerd, Apple Podcasts review
★★★★★
“My daughter LOVED this mashaAllah which was pleasantly surprising since she is only 3. I love how the story is presented with different voices and sound effects to add suspense.”
Freshtah, Apple Podcasts review
★★★★★
“I like this a lot so I play this almost every night.”
AnsariEesa, a young listener, Apple Podcasts review
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Recommended in the Baptist Peace Fellowship of North America’s Young Peacemakers’ Toolbox, reviewed by Common Sense Media, and available on every major podcast app.

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