Nana Abenia — Reading Specialist
How To Teach My Ummah

As-salamu alaykum, I’m

Nana
Abenia

Reading & Literacy Specialist
Published Author · Educator

14+
Years of teaching experience
Families reached worldwide
300+
Children supported

For over 14 years I have dedicated my career to helping children build confidence through reading, writing, and literacy — across the UK, UAE, and online. I have worked with hundreds of children including struggling readers, EAL learners, children with additional needs, and those who simply needed the right support to unlock their potential.

Specialist Areas

Phonics Instruction Reading Intervention Dyslexia & Literacy Difficulties Early Reading Development Writing Development EAL Learners SEN Support Parent Education Curriculum Development Early Years Education

Qualifications & Training

  • ✦ PGCert in Dyslexia & Literacy Difficulties (AMBDA Route), University of Birmingham (In progress — 2027)
  • ✦ BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies
  • ✦ Specialist Training in Heggerty Reading Intervention
  • ✦ Trained in Jolly Phonics & Ruth Miskin Phonics Approaches
  • ✦ American Curriculum ELA Training
  • ✦ Specialist Training in Supporting Children with Autism & EAL
Child doing phonics work Classroom literacy setup ch phonics lesson
Child working on phonics
Published Author & Resource Creator I have authored decodable readers and literacy resources designed specifically for Muslim families — phonics workbooks, structured reading programmes, and beginner books used by families around the world.

My resources help children move from struggling with basic sounds to reading independently and confidently.

A Personal Mission

To help Muslim families raise confident readers, nurture a love of learning, and create positive educational experiences that strengthen both academic success and family relationships.

I believe every child can learn to read with the right support — and every parent deserves clear guidance on how to help them get there.

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