Will the Letters Return?

By Aisha Al-Shibli

The neglect of our beloved language (Arabic) has become a truly frightening matter today. I wanted to convey the seriousness of drifting away from Arabic in a childlike way that appeals to children between nine and twelve years old, and in a humorous and educational style so that the reader does not get bored and the information is conveyed correctly. Arabic is an ancient language that must be passed down through generations and never fade away. However, what has been observed, with progress and development, is that this generation rarely uses our mother tongue (Arabic). For this reason, I wrote this story for us to experience a world without letters, without words, without means of communication, to feel the horror of the situation and review our guilt for the crime we committed against this beautiful language. We must instill this language in the hearts of children, for they are the generation of the future and the foundation of tomorrow. If it remains alive in their hearts, it will remain ancient and strong, and we will not fear its disappearance and demise. But if it dies in the hearts of children, it will gradually vanish. Therefore, we must make up for lost time and revive it in their hearts once again, so that the foundation of the Arabic language remains a strong foundation for a better generation.