About Her!
Marina Haidar is a passionate educator, storyteller, and acrylic painter who believes that learning is a journey of the heart as much as the mind. With over 15 years of experience crafting engaging lessons, she infuses her teaching with creativity and purpose, always aiming to connect students to deeper truths.
As the founder of Quranic Connections (QC), Marina bridges the gap between mainstream education and Quranic pedagogical methods — empowering students to discover knowledge through the lens of God as the ultimate source. Her innovative programs nurture curiosity and spiritual growth, blending hands-on learning with timeless Quranic wisdom.
Marina’s love for storytelling recently blossomed into the release of her first children’s picture book, crafted to answer the big questions kids have about God in a simple, heartfelt way. She is also the founder of SeashellBOOKS, a platform dedicated to creating meaningful and imaginative children’s literature. When she’s not shaping young minds or writing blog posts that spark thoughtful conversations, you’ll find her lost in the flow of acrylic paints, bringing vibrant worlds to life on canvas.
Through every brushstroke and every lesson plan, Marina’s mission is clear: to inspire, to nurture, and to help others see the beauty and purpose in learning as a sacred act.
“Propelled by blessings and attention to detail, I set my sights on the world of God.
Take a walk with me by the coast. Allow the mist of the sea to drown your thoughts. Gaze into the horizon of the sea. Admire the blissful sunrise and dreamy pink sunsets.
My story begins at the peak of the coastal cliffs and journeys across the stepping stones—each stone bringing me closer to my Creator.”