Part to whole
It starts with the letter on its own, then adds the vowel, then madd, tanween, sukoon and shaddah — until full reading.
The book
القاعدة البغدادية Al-Baghdadiyya
The Complete Guide to Arabic Reading and Quran Recitation
A time-tested, part-to-whole methodology designed specifically for the phonetic nature of Arabic. This isn't just a theory — it is a proven approach that has taught generations how to read.
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What makes it work
Built for Arabic
Arabic reads the way it is written: master the letter and the mark, and any word becomes readable.
Colourful and fresh
A colour edition with an inventive teaching layout that keeps each page clear and friendly for young readers.
For every age
For children starting out, for non-Arabic speakers, and for anyone preparing to recite the Quran.
The Method
The book and the app, step by step
Every stage of the book has a matching unit in Qutrub. Read the page with a teacher, then practise it in the app until it sticks.
Kunh
The easiest way to learn the Qur'an
The back cover carries a QR code that leads to the book, extra resources, and to us — guiding you every step of the way.
مِفْتَاحُ الْقِرَاءَةِ الْعَرَبِيَّةِ لِتِلَاوَةِ الْقُرْآنِ الْكَرِيمِ
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