The Order of Juz Amma: Quick Answer
Juz Amma contains 37 surahs, beginning with Surah An-Naba and ending with Surah An-Nas. This is the 30th and final juz of the Quran, and the juz children typically memorize first because the surahs are short, rhythmic, and recited daily in prayer. Thurayya helps children memorize these 37 surahs in order with AI tajweed correction and smart review scheduling.
The Full List of 37 Surahs in Juz Amma Order
Below is the complete list of every surah in Juz Amma, in mushaf order (longest first, shortest last):
- 1. An-Naba — 40 verses
- 2. An-Nazi'at — 46 verses
- 3. 'Abasa — 42 verses
- 4. At-Takwir — 29 verses
- 5. Al-Infitar — 19 verses
- 6. Al-Mutaffifin — 36 verses
- 7. Al-Inshiqaq — 25 verses
- 8. Al-Buruj — 22 verses
- 9. At-Tariq — 17 verses
- 10. Al-A'la — 19 verses
- 11. Al-Ghashiyah — 26 verses
- 12. Al-Fajr — 30 verses
- 13. Al-Balad — 20 verses
- 14. Ash-Shams — 15 verses
- 15. Al-Layl — 21 verses
- 16. Ad-Duha — 11 verses
- 17. Ash-Sharh — 8 verses
- 18. At-Tin — 8 verses
- 19. Al-Alaq — 19 verses
- 20. Al-Qadr — 5 verses
- 21. Al-Bayyinah — 8 verses
- 22. Az-Zalzalah — 8 verses
- 23. Al-Adiyat — 11 verses
- 24. Al-Qari'ah — 11 verses
- 25. At-Takathur — 8 verses
- 26. Al-Asr — 3 verses
- 27. Al-Humazah — 9 verses
- 28. Al-Fil — 5 verses
- 29. Quraysh — 4 verses
- 30. Al-Ma'un — 7 verses
- 31. Al-Kawthar — 3 verses
- 32. Al-Kafirun — 6 verses
- 33. An-Nasr — 3 verses
- 34. Al-Masad — 5 verses
- 35. Al-Ikhlas — 4 verses
- 36. Al-Falaq — 5 verses
- 37. An-Nas — 6 verses
Why Are There Exactly 37 Surahs?
The 30-juz division of the Quran is a scholarly convention, not a revealed structure. It was adopted to make completing the Quran during Ramadan manageable — one juz per night. Each juz has a different surah count because surahs vary in length. Juz Amma ended up with 37 because its surahs are short compared to the long surahs at the start of the mushaf.
Why Children Start With Juz Amma
Five practical reasons make Juz Amma the universal starting point:
- Short surahs: Quick wins build confidence.
- Daily prayer overlap: Children hear and recite these surahs in their five daily prayers, so review is automatic.
- Rhythmic saj': The rhymed-prose structure makes memorization easier.
- Accessible meanings: Themes are simple enough for children to grasp.
- Confidence ladder: Starting at the back of the mushaf with the shortest surahs creates momentum.
The Best Practical Order for Children
While the mushaf orders surahs from longest to shortest, the most effective teaching order is the reverse. Start with Al-Fatiha (required for prayer), then move through the shortest Juz Amma surahs: Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, An-Nas, Al-Kawthar, Al-Asr, An-Nasr, Al-Fil, and Quraysh. After the child has mastered the 15 shortest surahs, move on to slightly longer ones like Al-Buruj, At-Tariq, Al-A'la, and Al-Ghashiyah.
Daily 10-15 minute sessions are enough: 3 minutes listening, 5 minutes repeating, 5 minutes reviewing an older surah. Consistency beats intensity.
How to Start at Home
Pick the same time every day. Many families choose right after Maghrib when everyone is home. Play a clear recitation (Mishary Alafasy or Maher Al-Mueaqly are popular for kids). Have the child listen twice through without speaking. Then repeat verse by verse. End with a quick review of one previously memorized surah. Without daily review, children forget within two weeks.
Thurayya automates this routine — playing recitation, listening to your child, correcting tajweed in real time, and scheduling review based on the forgetting curve.
How Long Until Children Memorize the Full Juz?
With daily 10-15 minute practice, most children finish Juz Amma in 6-12 months. Younger kids (ages 4-6) may need 12-18 months. Already-fluent readers can do it in 4-6 months. The goal is long-term retention, not speed.
FAQ
How many surahs are in Juz Amma?
37 surahs, from An-Naba to An-Nas.
What is the shortest surah in Juz Amma?
Three surahs tied at 3 verses: Al-Kawthar, Al-Asr, and An-Nasr.
What is the longest surah in Juz Amma?
Surah An-Nazi'at with 46 verses.
Do children have to memorize Juz Amma in mushaf order?
No. It is more effective to start with the shortest surahs at the end and work toward longer ones.
Is Surah Al-Fatiha part of Juz Amma?
No, it sits in juz 1. But it is taught first because it is required in every unit of prayer.
How does Thurayya help children memorize Juz Amma?
Thurayya provides clear recitation audio, real-time AI tajweed correction, and automatic spaced-review scheduling.