Home-Schooling Attracts Muslims

August 16, 2009

Author: Julia Duin

Source: The Washington Times

http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2009/aug/16/duin-home-schooling-attracts-muslims/

Throughout the month of Ramadan, which begins Friday, the Cattaneo children won't have to worry about explaining to teachers and friends why they're fasting every day.

That's because they're home-schooled, part of a growing trend among Muslim families.

"We wanted a more religious-based influence on our kids' lives," said Ismail Cattaneo, their father. "It's the same reason the Christians have."