Islamic School of Plainfield. Pre-School School

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1 Islamic School of Plainfield 2183 Stanley Road Plainfield, IN Phone: Pre-School School Curriculum Overview (V1.0, August 6, 2011)

2 Objectives The primary academic objective of the Al-Iman PreSchool is to introduce and instill the main teachings of Islam into our students by the time they are ready to enter regular public school school. We use a very structured approach to teach Islam as a religion, and not as a set of cultural practices. The aim of the Islamic Studies course is to build a Muslim Identiyt in students based on Quran and the teachings of the Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). The Islamic Studies covers three areas of the study: 1. Beliefs and Worship Students learn about the six articles of faith, five pillars of islam, Islamic rights and obligations and how they are fulfilled. 2. Islamic History Students learn stories of the prophets and other stories mentioned in Quran. Students study in detail the life of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). Students also learn about different companions of prophet Mohammed (PBUH). 3. Manners and Morals Students learn about the Islamic code of morals, manners and ethics. For instance, they are guided towards the right actions to be taken in the following cases: respect for parents, elders, teachers, kindness, cleanliness, eating habits, Islamic greetings, dressing code, manners in the mosque, good relations with people of other religions, forbidden food and drinks, and many others. Students are also instructed on wrong actions to be avoided, for example, backbiting, boasting, jealousy and miserliness. Reading and studying stories are an important component of this part of Islamic studies. 4. Duas (supplications) are also part of the curriculum: students memorize daily duas and recite them at the appropriate times. A student who has attended 3 years of school is expected to have learned the following subjects and topics. a) Recitation of Quran: The objective of the school is to facilitate students in the reading of the Quran (not learning Arabic language). This however requires very active follow-up by parents at home. Children in KG are expected to be able to read verses from Quran with slight help from parents or independently. b) Memorization: I. Surahs - Memorize 20 Surahs (Al Fatiha, At-Tin to An-Nas) II. Dua s: Memorize dua s related to Salaat and everyday affairs. c) Qura nic Studies: Basic Qura nic Teachings - Study about Quran (Uloom-ul Quran), Commentary on selected Surahs from the Qura n d) Aqeedah

3 I. Articles of Islam and Imaan II. Oneness of Allah (SWT) III. Worship and obedience of Allah (SWT). IV. Obedience to Prophet SWA. V. Life according to Qura n and Sunnah e) Worship I. Salaat: Goal is to make sure children know how to perform the Salaat before they get to an age when it becomes mandatory. Children in KG are expected to know how to perform Salaat. Children learns how to perform wudu. II. Fasting III. Zakah IV. Hajj f) Akhlaq Students will learn etiquites of eating, taling to elders, obeying parents, cleanliness, loving, sharing and other. g) Seerah Students will be taught about life/seerah and Shamaiil of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) - taught at various levels. h) Stories of Prophets I. Stories of Prophets of Allah Approach 1. The program is designed to be covered over 3 years of schooling. The basic objective is to impart the required basic Islamic knowledge and expertise that is required of every individual Muslim men and women. 2. The program addresses the issue of different learning levels and requirements, i.e. PK3 Grade Introduce basic Quran Reading, Memorize few Surah s, Basic Aqeedah, Ibada h, Seerah and Akhlaq topics. Focus is to introduce basic concepts without going into details. PK4 Grade - Introduce to the basics of Islam. In this grade we set forth the foundation of Islam which is introduction to six pillars of faith [know Allah, know angels, Know Prophet hood, know books of Allah and about the last day of judgment] and five pillars of Islam [know Allah, salah, swam, zakah, and Hajj]. The focus is to give very high level details and not to make it complex for students. Memorize the basic Surahs from Quran, understand the revelation of the Surahs. KG Grade In this grade we set forth the foundation of Islam which is introduction to six pillars of faith [know Allah, know angels, Know Prophet hood, know books of Allah and about the last day of judgment] and five pillars of Islam [know Allah, salah, swam, zakah, and Hajj]. The focus is to give very high level details and not to make it complex for students. Memorize the basic Surahs from Quran, understand the revelation of the Surahs.

4 Character Education: Each month, students are exposed to a different value that is used as a springboard for discussion during assemblies and in classroom settings. Teachers use the values of the month as a basis of spiritual and social awareness, while Religious Studies instructors use stories of the Prophets to exemplify those values. The spotlight is shown on the following ten values: Responsibility - August Honesty - September Thankfulness - October Self-Restraint and Control - November Fairness and Justice - December Commitment - January Generosity February Respect - March Citizenship April Kindness and Care May Students, who exemplify these values through their behavior or deeds, are recognized as recipients of the Good Character Award during next month assemblies and join the School Staff each month for lunch as part of the "Lunch Bunch".

5 Core Values Attributes Month Value Attributes August Responsibility Be responsible towards God before anybody else Be responsible for your body, your belongings and the environment Be responsible for your actions, duties, school and knowledge Be responsible for your time and money September Honesty Be honest with your words Be honest with your actions Be honest and keep your promises Be honest, it is the best sign of your strength Be honest, especially when you are tempted not to do so October Thankfulness Be thankful to God for your religion Be thankful for your health, your mind and for what you have Be thankful for who you are, your family and your community Show thankfulness through your deeds and actions November Self-Restraint and Think before you act Control Control your actions and temptations Control your words and habits Control your anger December Fairness and Justice Treat others as equals with fairness and mercy Treat others as you would like to be treated Speak justly and be firm in upholding justice Be fair with all people, good or bad, and be fair with yourself January Commitment Be committed to God and your faith Be committed to personal excellence and the highest level of learning Be committed to your family and your community Demonstrate commitment through your actions February Generosity Give from what God gave you Give freely, sincerely and without reminders Give even if what you have is little Smiling is a form of giving and genuine advice is worth more than money March Respect Show respect to your parents Show respect to life and property Show respect for the rights and beliefs of others Remember that giving advice and correcting the wrong are parts of respect Remember that to respect others does not mean adopting their lifestyle April Citizenship Be a contributing member in your community and encourage your friends and relatives to be active members of the community too Dedicate your life to serve truth and justice Remember your role as a promoter of mercy to human kind May Kindness and Care Be kind to your family, friends and neighbors and to your elders Be kind to all living things Be kind in your words and actions Remember that when you are kind to people, God cares more for you

6 Selected Themes for School Year Education is a tollbooth on the road to success! A School Theme is an "idea in motion." School themes will be used to improve learning and create classroom excitement. We believe that every child deserves a chance to Excel! We selected themes related to an educational or character building concept. The main purpose of a theme is to promote school spirit... and one of the best ways to do this... is to UNIFY both staff and students. A good school spirit idea is all about being on the same team, and working toward a common goal. There's something else that lies at the very heart of every great school spirit idea...and it's good ol' fashion FUN! School spirit themes inspire and contribute to a very positive learning environment. We have selected the following themes that will be introduced and will be explored as we proceed. August & September: Ramadan: Qur an-a-thon October: Looking Ahead November: Hajj December: Akhlaq: Etiquette January: Me, My Family February: Healthy Living March: Qur an, Sunnah & Science April: Reading is Food for Mind May: Volunteering & Community Service. Climb High, See Wide

7 Islamic Morals and Ethics All the following ethics and morals are derived from Islamic teaching in the Qur an and Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad Peace and Blessings of Allah be on him. 1. Respect the elder and be kind to the younger. 2. Be modest and humble to your parents and teachers. 3. Lower your voice specially when speaking to people older than you. 4. Control your anger. Anger is from the shaitaan. 5. Listen attentively and don t interrupt the speaker. 6. Be always on time. 7. Be organized and clean and keep the space around you organized and clean. 8. Offer to do the good and be helpful to others. Don t expect a return for your good behavior. 9. Don t waste and be economical in spending and using resources, even when using water to make wudu. 10. Always say the truth, even if you think you would be hurt. 11. Forgive others and find excuses for their mistakes. 12. Reconcile your differences with your friends and relatives. 13. Seek knowledge whenever and wherever possible. 14. Be modest in your dress and gestures. 15. Accept criticism willingly and learn from your mistakes. 16. Be willing to volunteer, offer help and cooperate. 17. Strengthen your body with exercise and be careful with your health. 18. Apologize to others when you make a mistake. 19. Don t ridicule others, and don t backbite. 20. Do your best to excel in everything you learn and do. 21. Show appreciation for everything offered to you (food, gift, prize, etc.) 22. Select your friends on the bases for morals and decency. 23. Be selective. Don t imitate others blindly. 24. Socialize with good friends. Don t isolate yourself. 25. Be kind and helpful to the week and the poor. 26. Give advice to other in a sincere and decent way. 27. Smile to the face of others. 28. Keep a joyful, but modest atmosphere around you. 29. Remove the obstacles and harmful matters from the way of others. 30. Return the salutation with equal or a better one.

8 4.0. Curriculum Specifics Upon graduation from the Kindergarten, the students should achieve the following specific standards, in an age-appropriate manner: 1. Be familiar with the concept of God (Allah) and His uniqueness as The Creator. 2. Know about Prophet Muhammad as the example to be followed and his life up to 8 years. 3. Know that the Qur an is Muslims holly book, the main source of Islamic teachings, its value, and the manners of reciting dealing with it. 4. Know about God s prophets and some of holly books. 5. Be familiar with the concept of the angels and shaytan. 6. Know about Judgment day and Al-Qader. 7. Know the pillars of Islam (Shahadah, Prayer, Fasting, Zakat and Hajj) 8. Reciting and memorizing the shahadah in Arabic and English 9. Know and practice wudu, 10. Know prayer with its times, names, tahiyat, and tasbeeh after prayer. 11. Know why and how to perform jama ah prayer. 12. Practice some Islamic etiquette (Greeting, Cleanliness, Bismillah, Alhamdulillah, Bathroom usage, eating and sneezing) 13. Identify some essential Islamic values (Responsibility, Honesty, Respect, Appreciation, Generosity, Kindness, Self-Discipline, Sharing, Apologizing, Obeying Allah, parents and elders) 14. Recognize and appreciate some Islamic practical teachings (Hard work and doing one s best, Love for parents, siblings, family and other Muslims, Kindness to animals) 15. Memorize 20 Adiyah and phrases. 16. Be familiar with the following Islamic events (Eid, Ramadan, Hajj, Lailat ul-qadr). 17. Know some Islamic and prophets stories (Adam, Ibrahim building the Ka`bah, Abrah Alhabashi, Yunis) 18. Memorize and understand at least 5 Islamic songs and rhymes related to the curriculum. After the Completion of Kindergarten the Students Should Know the Following: A. Quranic Concepts & Knowledge 1. Qur'an is the Book of Allah. It is a very special book. It was revealed to Prophet Muhammad, who was the last prophet, to all mankind. 2. The Quran is Allah s word sent down in the Arabic language through angel Jibril. 3. It is a special book that teach us: 1. How to obey Allah and please Him. 2. The stories of ancient people and prophets 3. How to treat our parents, family, and the people around us. 4. Islamic manners and rules.

9 4. There are rules of etiquette when holding and reciting the Qur an: Before touching the Qur`an we should have clean hands. It is recommended by sunnah to have wudu`. Start reciting with Ta awwudh and Basmalah. Ta awwudh "A udhu Billah Min As-Shaitan Ar-Rageem " "I seek Refuge in Allah from the cursed Shaitan ". Bismilah "Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem" "In the Name of Allah, the Caring and Kind". Treat it with care and respect at all times. 5. Muslims read the Qur'an everyday as an action of Ibadah, so they will be successful and Allah will love them more. 6. Reciting Quran gives tremendous deeds and Allah promises us the Jannah when it s recited it regularly. B. Aqeedah 1. Allah is the only God. 2. Mohammad is Muslim s messenger. 3. Qur`a is Muslim s Holy book 4. Shaitan is Muslim s enemy. 5. Allah is the Maker of everything and everyone. 6. Allah is just one and doesn't need any helpers. 7. Allah is never born and He never dies. 8. Allah loves us and watches us. He wants us to follow His directions. Love Allah and following His directions helps Muslims to be happy and have a good live. He also promises us the Jannah. If we don't follow His directions, we will be unhappy and treasures will never satisfy us. 9. Allah is watching us all the time anywhere. Allah is watching how well we follow His rules. He is judging our actions and thoughts. 10. Allah made the Angels to worship Him. They never disobey Him. They do everything Allah wants them to. 11. Angels are made from light and. They can see us, but we can t see them. They love and watch over us and record our good and bad deeds. 12. Jibra'il is the Angel that brought the Qur'an to Prophet Muhammad. 13. Shaytan is a bad creature who wants to hurt the Muslims. He is invisible and only Allah can protect us against him. We have to keep asking Allah to do so by using Dua s. 14. Prophets are special people that Allah chooses to bring His messages to other people. The first Prophet was Adam and the last Prophet was Muhammad. 15. There were many Prophets who got Books. They are called Messengers because they are bringing the messages of Allah. The last Book of Allah is the Qur'an. Allah kept it as it was revealed to Prophet Mohammad without any changes or alterations. 16. A Prophet is a regular person that Allah gave special things to. A Messenger is a Prophet who got a book to give to everyone. The word Rasool is the meaning of Messenger. Prophet Muhammad was both a Prophet and a Messenger.

10 A. 'Ibadah (Worship) 1. The Shahadah is what we say to be a Muslim. It should be learned in Arabic and English language. Use this translation: "I bear witness that there is no god but Allah, and I bear witness that Muhammad is our Messenger of Allah." 2. Muslims make Wudu before they pray. Wudu is the wash before prayer. (See appendix 1). 3. Muslims pray to Allah. It is the connection between us to Allah. Prayer is called Salah in Arabic and it teaches us good lessons about being on time, makes some of our bad deeds fall away, and encourages us to do good and avoid evil. 4. The teacher should teach Qiyam, Ruku, Sajda and Jalsa with the students. Make it as an exercise and make it enjoyable. Praise them a lot!. 5. The names and the time of the five daily prayers. 6. Students should learn At-Taheiyat and As-Salawat Al-Ibraheiyah. 7. Students should learn the congregational prayer. 8. Students learn and practice tasbeeh after prayer. 9. Muslims pay Zakah which is giving money to the poor people. (The teacher should organize a simple charity-type drive in the class and collect pennies and nickels over the course of a week. The collected money at the end should be given to a charity to help the poor. Photos of poor people eating should be tastefully chosen. 10. Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims. Muslims fast in Ramadan. This is called Sawm which is not drinking and eating from dawn until sunset. Sawm helps us feel the suffering of the poor and the needy. 11. Muslims must do Hajj in the city of Makkah where the Ka'bah is at least once in their life time if they are physically and financially able. Ka'bah is the first house of Allah built by Prophet Ibrahim. 12. Children should be taught the word Masjid. It should be described as Allah s house and a place where Muslims go to pray together. Friday (Jumu ah) is the day the Muslims go to the Masjid to pray as a group. 13. Muslims have two holidays called 'Eids. One comes after Ramadan, the other after the Hajj. 'Eid ul Fitr, 'Eid ul Adha. 14. Whenever an 'Eid is coming, the teacher must make a big deal about it with class parties, presents and gift exchanging, special treats, excitement, etc... Remember, you're competing with Christmas, Easter, Halloween and birthday parties. Don't make Muslim holidays seem drab and meaningless. In the Madina of the Blessed Prophet, they had festivities, shows and fun during 'Eid. Teacher should frequently ask the students about any Ibadah or kind action they did the day before to please Allah. B. Du aa& Phrases Students should be able to recite all Ad iyah, ayat, and phrases in Arabic and English that have appeared thus far. 1. Before I do anything I say, "Bismillahir" "In the Name of Allah." 2. As-Shahadah "La Ilaha Illa Allah Muhammadun Rasoulu Allah" "There is no God but Allah, Muhammad is the messenger of Allah".

11 3. When I greet someone I say "As-Salamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatu Allahi Wa Barakatuhu" "Peace, mercy, and blessings of Allah be upon you". 4. When someone greets me I answer "Wa Alaikum As-Salam Wa Rahmatu Allahi Wa Barakatuhu" "And upon you the Peace, mercy, and blessings of Allah ". 5. When I am angry or seeking refuge in Allah I say "A udhu Billah Min As-Shaitan ArRageem " "I seek Refuge in Allah from the cursed Shaitan ". 6. Whan I hear the name of Rasul Allah I say "Salla Allahu Alaihi Wa Salam " "Peace and Blessing of Allah be upon him". 7. When I am excited I say "Allahu Akbar" "Allah is the Greatest". 8. When I thank Muslims I say "Jazak Allahu Khairan " May Allah reward you". 9. When I thank Non-Muslims I say "Shukran " " Thank You". 10. When I or someone make a mistake I say, "Astaghfiru Allah." "O Allah, forgive me." 11. When I like something I say Masha Allah" " Whatever may be the will of Allah". 12. When I want to do something I say Insha Allah" "If Allah is willing". 13. After something good happens I say, "Al-Hamdu Lillah." "Praises are for Allah". 14. After I sneeze I say "Al-Hamdu Lillah." "Praises are for Allah". 15. When someone sneezes and says al-hamdu Lillah I say "Yarhamuk Allah" "May Allah be merciful on you". 16. Students should learn the following Duas: Before and after Wudu', eating, using the bathroom, After sneezing, leaving the house. Before changing clothes. Tasbeeh after prayer C. Akhlaq & Adab Manners and Etiquette The teacher should practice these things every day, all year long. 1. The greeting of "Assalamu alaikum Wa Rahmatu Allahi Wa Barakatuhu and "Wa Alaikum As-Salam Wa Rahmatu Allahi Wa Barakatuhu". 2. The best one is the one who greets first. 3. Young children should always greet those older than them. 4. People should never say bad words. 5. A Muslim never insults somebody, says something mean, or bad name calling. 6. A Muslim child obeys his or her parents and is kind and helpful to them. 7. Muslim students follow the teacher's directions. 8. Muslim children listen to older Muslims and respect them. 9. Muslims are neat, clean, wear clean clothes, and brush their teeth. 10. Muslims keep their surroundings clean and tidy even if it is not their mess. 11. A Muslim should always keep their body covered up in front of other people.

12 12. A Muslim must always apologize if he/she wronged others. If we do something bad, we must also apologize to Allah and ask for His forgiveness. Allah has promised to forgive us if we ask nicely and sincerely. Making Allah angry with us is the worst. 13. Muslims should be organized such as lining up in rows and wait to follow directions. This is the case in group prayer and in situations where the teacher is moving the class around. 14. A Muslim says Jazak Allahu Khayran to thank someone for doing something and to ask Allah to reward them with good. 15. Muslims should mind his own business. 16. Muslims keep hand and feet to themselves and never destroy other s properties. 17. Muslims should take permission before using other s properties. 18. Muslims must not backbite or gossip. 19. Muslims should listen attentively and never interrupt the speaker. 20. Muslims should be helpful and cooperative. 21. Muslims should say excuse me when accidentally do something wrong or burp. 22. Muslims find their happiness in other s happiness as long as it is not haram. 23. Muslims try to share and be generous. 24. Muslims should be patient at the time of test and sadness. And always trust Allah s mercy. 25. Manners of Eating. 26. Manners of Using the Bathroom. 27. Manners when Sneezing. 28. Muslims should obey and respect their parents as long as they are not asking for something haram. 29. Muslims should always look for opportunities to please Allah. 30. Muslims should be kind to animals. D. Seerah The story of the sinful woman that imprisoned the cat. The story of the man and the thirsty dog. The teacher should organize frequent Akhlaq & Adab "exercises" throughout the week to get the children in the habit of trying to help and be good. A "star chart" and award system can be implemented in every class to reinforce this concept of getting rewarded for doing good. Tie it to the concept that when we do good, the Angeles write all of our good deeds in our book. 1. Prophet Mohammad was born in Makkah, in Arabia, in the year of elephant. 2. His father was Abdullah. 3. His mother was Amenah. 4. His grandfather was Abdumuttaleb. 5. His Uncle was Abu Talib. 6. His nursing mother was Halimah As-Sa diah.

13 7. His father died before he was born. His mother was very sad. After he was born, Halimah As-Sa diah nursed him and took care of him until he became about four years old. Then he moved back to his mother Amenah. 8. He lived with his mother and his grandfather took care of them for several years. When Muhammad was six, his mother died and he became an orphan. He was very sad. 9. He lived with his grandfather until he became eight years old. His grandfather died and left him in the care of his uncle, Abu Talib. 10. The teacher should describe aspects of Muhammad's childhood relating to his manners and conduct. For example, he didn't run around and get into fights like the other kids did. He always told the truth. He helped his uncle out by tending the sheep and everyone thought he was a good boy. 11. The teacher should then describe the negative aspects of Arabian life such as the worship of idols, the neglect of the poor, the cheating, lying and stealing, the constant wars and even how the strong oppressed the weak. Explain in simple detail how Muhammad hated these things 12. Explain that the best person to copy is the Blessed Prophet because he followed Allah's directions the best. Allah said, "Laqad kana lakum fee rasulillahi uswatun hasanatun." (33:21) "The Messenger of Allah is the best person to follow". 13. When we are following Prophet Muhammad s ways we say we are following the "Sunnah." The word Sunnah means the example of the Prophet. E. History The stories of the following Prophets/people should be taught in an interesting way: 1. Prophet Adam and his wife Hawwa: The story of their creation, teaching Adam the name of everything. Allah s command to the angels and Iblis to bow down to Adam. Shaitan whispered to Adam and his wife and encouraged them to disobey Allah. Adam and Hawa forgot Allah s order and ate from the tree. They both repented to Allah and Allah accepted it. 2. Prophet Ibrahim: Building the Ka bah. 3. The story of Abraha Al-Habashi and his plan to destroy the Ka bah. 4. Prophet Yunus & the whale. Make it a lesson that Allah is the All Seeing, All Knowing and All Hearing.

14 4.1 PreK-3 Islamic Studies: Develop the love of Islam and a sense of Muslim identity. Develop love and respect for knowledge and scholars and the school. Know the Five Pillars of Islam. Know the Six Pillars of Faith (Iman). Know Prophet Mohammad (s.a.w.) and his seerah. Know some of the characteristics of a good Muslim. Show respect towards your elders. Learn to love one another, know kindness and sharing Learn about the Muslim holidays Quran Memorization: Develop the love of Quran and a motivation to learn and practice then memorize it. Know the right etiquette for learning Quran and learn to respect it. Learn 10 short Surahs : 1. Al- fatiha 2. Al-Nas 3. Al- Falaq 4. Al-Asr 5. Al-Nasr 6. Al-Ikhlas 7. AL-Qader 8. Ayat Al- kursi 9. Al- masad 10. Al- Kawthar Understand meanings of the Surahs with the help of stories, pictures, and plays. Improve on Quran recitation and pronunciation. Arabic: Arabic letters Recognition and writing the letters Write Arabic letters dictated by the teacher Begin to speak basic Arabic words language and pronunciation Know some Arabic nasheed (songs) and simple poetry.

15 Prayers: Parts of Prayers: 1. Takbeer 2. Opening Dua 3. Istihadhah 4. Recitation 5. Takbeer 6. Rukoo 7. Raising From Rukoo 8. After Standing from Rukoo 9. Takbeer 10. Sujood 11. Tashahhud 12. Darud 13. Dua 14. Tasleem Islamic Studies Text Book (S) Topics Aqeedah Handouts We are Muslims, Islam is our Religion Allah is one, Mohammed (SWA) is his last messenger Allah Created everything, Allah s blessings, Allah is Merciful Angels, Jinn, Iblees Ibada h Handouts Intro to Wudu, Azan and Salaat, Ramadan, Eid, Hajj, Names of 5 daily Salahs How to pray 2 Rakat Salah Actions Only Seerah Akhlaq Handouts Handouts Introduction to prophet (SWA) Stories of Prophet Volume 1 Saying Salaam, Eating manners, Cleanliness, Obeying Parents and teachers. Importance of Masjid, Salah, Be nice to relatives, neighbors and others Dua s Handouts See section 5.1

16 4.1 PreK-4 Islamic Studies: Develop the love of Islam and a sense of Muslim identity. Develop love and respect for knowledge and scholars and the school. Know the Five Pillars of Islam. Know the Six Pillars of Faith (Iman). Know Prophet Mohammad (s.a.w.) and his Sira. Know some of the characteristics of a good Muslim. Show respect towards your elders. Learn to love one another, know kindness and sharing Learn about the Muslim holidays Quran Memorization: Develop the love of Quran and a motivation to learn and practice then memorize it. Know the right etiquette for learning Quran and learn to respect it. Revise short Surahs we have learned from last year. Learn 10 new Surahs : 1. Quraish 2. Al-fil 3. Al-maun 4. Al-kafiroun 5. Al-takathur 6. Al-qariah 7. Al-takathur 8. Al-zalzalah 9. Al- adyat 10. Al- bayina Understand meanings of the Surahs with the help of stories, pictures, and plays. Improve on Quran recitation and pronunciation. Learn how to read and write the Ayahs they are memorizing. Arabic: Arabic letters Recognition Writing the letters in the beginning middle and the end Write Arabic letters and words dictated by the teacher Begin to speak basic Arabic words and sentences language and pronunciation Know some Arabic anasheed (songs) and simple poetry.

17 Prayers: Parts of Prayers: 1. Takbeer 2. Opening Dua 3. Istihadhah 4. Recitation 5. Takbeer 6. Rukoo 7. Raising From Rukoo 8. After Standing from Rukoo 9. Takbeer 10. Sujood 11. Tashahhud 12. Darud 13. Dua 14. Tasleem

18 Islamic Studies Text Book (S) Aqeedah Ibada h Handouts Handouts Topics We are Muslims, Islam is our Religion Allah is one, Mohammed (SWA) is his last messenger Allah Created everything, Allah s blessings, Allah is Merciful Angels, Jinn, Iblees Intro to Wudu, Azan and Salaat, Ramadan, Eid, Hajj, Names of 5 daily Salahs How to pray 2 Rakat Salah Actions Only Memorize/Review Surahs and Prayers Tasbeeh Seerah Akhlaq Dua s Handouts Handouts Handouts Introduction to prophet (SWA) Stories of Prophet Volume 2 Saying Salaam, Eating manners, Cleanliness, Obeying Parents and teachers. Importance of Masjid, Salah, Be nice to relatives, neighbors and others See section 5.2

19 4.2 Kindergarten Islamic Studies: Develop the love of Islam and a sense of Muslim identity. Develop love and respect for knowledge and scholars and the school. Know Allah (s.w.t.) and Attributes of Allah. Know the Five Pillars of Islam. Know the Six Pillars of Faith (Iman). Know Prophet Mohammad (s.a.w.) and his Sira. Know some of the characteristics of a good Muslim. Show respect towards your elders. Learn to love one another, know kindness and sharing. Build a sense of truthfulness and honesty. Build a sense of responsibility towards the community and the environment Know how to use the toilet and perform washing Istinja. Know how to perform wudu and salah. Learn how to behave at the masalah( prayer area) and respect the rules learn Athan and follow the Imam encourage the children to be a Imam and practice Iqama at the prayers time Learn and practice then memorize du as for different everyday situations. Learn Hadeeths and their meanings. Learn about the Muslim Holidays (Eid ul Fitr, Eid ul Adha.) Quran Memorization: Develop the love of Quran and a motivation to learn and practice then memorize it. Know the right etiquette for learning Quran and learn to respect it. Revise short Surahs we have learned from last year. And finish the Juze Amma Understand meanings of the Surahs with the help of stories, pictures, and plays. Improve on Quran recitation and pronunciation. Learn how to read and write the Ayahs they are memorizing. Arabic: Arabic letters at the beginning, middle and end of the word. Know Harakat (Fatha, damma, kasra), sukoon, shadda, tanween and differentiate between its different types; know how to pronounce it. Compose words from given letters. Read and write Arabic words. Know how to Read Arabic sentences. Write Arabic sentences dictated by the teacher. Compose Arabic sentences from given words. Know colors and number words in Arabic. Begin to speak basic Arabic language and learning Know some Arabic nasheed (songs) and simple poetry.

20 Prayers: Parts of Prayers: 1. Takbeer 2. Opening Dua 3. Istihadhah 4. Recitation 5. Takbeer 6. Rukoo 7. Raising From Rukoo 8. After Standing from Rukoo 9. Takbeer 10. Sujood 11. Tashahhud 12. Darud 13. Dua 14. Tasleem

21 21 Islamic Studies Text Book (S) Aqeedah Handouts Topics We are Muslims, Islam is our Religion Allah is one, Mohammed (SWA) is his last messenger Allah Created everything, Allah s blessings, Allah is Merciful Angels, Jinn, Iblees Ibada h Handouts Review Names of 5 Daily Salahs. Review Surah Memorize Adhan & Iqama Training on how to make Wudu Training on how to pray 2 Rakat Salah Actions plus Takbeers and Tasbeehs for Ruku & Sujoods Stories of Prophet Volume 3 Seerah Akhlaq Dua s Handouts Handouts Handouts Saying Salaam, Eating manners, Cleanliness, Obeying Parents and teachers. Importance of Masjid, Salah, Be nice to relatives, neighbors and others See section 5.3

22 22 5. Dua/ Surahs List by Grades 5.1 PK3 1. Before doing anything, also specifically before eating (Bismillaah) 2. Greetings 3. Thanking somebody 4. SallAllahu alayhi wa sallam 5. Saying Insha Allah 5.2 PK 4 1. Review of Dua s for PK3 2. Subhaan Allah 3. Al-Hamdulillaah 4. Allahu Akbar 5. Going to sleep 6. Upon waking up 7. Before Eating (Short one) 8. After eating 5.3 KG 1. Review of Dua s for PK3, and PK4 2. Entering the bathroom 3. Leaving the bathroom 4. Before Wudu 5. After Wudu 6. On Sneezing 7. To the one who sneezes 8. Leaving home 9. Entering home 10. When angry 11. During Adhan 12. After Adhan 13. Entering the masjid 14. Leaving the masjid 15. Breaking fast 16. Du aa al-qunoot 17. After salah (Astaghfarullah + Allahhumma Antas salaam...) 18. Dua for the journey

23 23 6. Salah topics list by grades 6.1 Kindergarten 1. Names of 5 daily Salahs 2. How to pray 2 Rakat Salah Actions Only 3. Memorize Surah Fatiha 6.2 Grade 1 1. Review Names of 5 Daily Salahs. 2. Review Surah Fatiha 3. Memorize Adhan & Iqama 4. Memorize Thana and Dua in last Jalsa 5. Training on how to make Wudu 6. Training on how to pray 2 Rakat Salah Actions plus Takbeers and Tasbeehs for Ruku & Sujoods 6.3 Grade 2 1. Review Names of 5 Daily Salahs. 2. Review Wudu Adhan, Duas 3. Review of Adhan and Iqama 4. Review of Surah Fatiha, Ruku and Sujood Takbeers, Tasbeehs 5. Memorize Thana and Dua in last Jalsa 6. Training on How to pray 2 Rakat Salah Actions, Recitation & Takbeers 7. Review of Thana, Surah Fatiha, 2 Surahs, Ruku and Sujood Takbeers, Tasbeehs, ashahud, Dua in last Jalsa 8. Memorize Tashahud, Salat-E -Ibrahim and Dhikr after Salat 9. Complete training for praying 2, 3 and 4 Rakat Salah 10. Review of Joining the Salah in 2 nd, 3 rd and 4 th Rakats 11. Review of correction for mistakes in Salats 12. Discussion on Salaat during Travel/Journey

24 24 BOOK LIST Arabic Series: Abda Al Arabia Arabic Writing Series: Goodword Arabic Islamic Studies: Iqra Books Series Book Name أب دأ Abda Al Arabia 1 (Begin and Learn Arabic Language) I Start Arabic: Volume 1 األو ل ال م س توى : ال عرب ية Level PK 3 Let's Learn from the Holy Qur'an Coloring Book PK 3 The Life and Sayings of Rasulullah Coloring Book PK 3 Goodword Arabic Writing: Book 1 PK 3 أب دأ Abda Al Arabia 2 (Begin and Learn Arabic Language) I Start Arabic: Volume 2 ال ثان ي ال م س توى : ال عرب ية PK 4 Goodword Arabic Writing: Book 2 PK 4 Islamic Manners Coloring Book PK 4 Let's Learn from the Holy Qur'an Coloring Book Children Stories from Quran 1 Goodword Arabic Writing: Book 3 My Coloring Book of Salah ية أب دأ I Start Arabic 3 (Begin and Learn Arabic Language) I Start Arabic: Volume 3 Islamic Manners Coloring Book Our Religion is Islam a Coloring Book for children Shape and Forms of Arabic Letters Children Stories from Quran 1,2 ال عرب PK4 PK4 KG KG KG KG KG KG KG

25 25 Curriculum Outlines Beginning Level PK3 - Islamic Studies Month Content/Essential Questions Skills Assessment September Tawhid Duaas What is the Islamic greeting? Who is Allah? What is Tawhid? What is Islam? Who is a Muslim? What is Shahada? Learn the importance of Islamic greeting Understand Faith Understanding Allah Understanding Tawhid /Shahada Developing identity as a Muslim Flash cards October Pillars of Islam Duaas What are good/bad deeds? What is heaven/hell? What are the Pillars? What is Iman? Who are Angels? Accountability Recognize good/bad Understand pillars Understand Iman Understand concept of angels Duaa before/after eating Bismillah Flash cards November Pillars of Islam Duaas Who are prophets? What are the divine books? Who are messengers? Recognizing prophets/messengers Learning about the divine revelations Alhamdulillah Allahu Akbar Flash cards InshaAllah December Pillars of Islam Duaas What is Salat? What is fasting? Learning importance of prayer Learning about Ramadan and fasting Duaa after hearing Adhan Masha Allah Subhanallah Flash cards Grade/Subject Month Content/Essential Questions Skills Assessment January Pillars of Islam Duaas What is Hajj? What is Zakat? What is charity/sadaqa? Learn about Hajj Learn about Zakat Learn about Sadaqa Duaa to gain knowledge Astaghfirullah Flash cards February Pillars of Iman/belief Duaas What are the Pillars of Belief? What is the Day of Judgment? Learning about the Pillars of Belief Learning about the Day of Judgment Duaa to enter/leave the Masjid Flash cards March Faith in Action Duaas Who is Prophet Mohammed? Who is Prophet Adam? Who is Prophet Noah? Connecting prophets to Islam Duaa before leaving home Flash cards

26 26 April Faith in Action Duaas Who is Prophet Ibrahim? Who is Prophet Yunus? Who is Prophet Yousuf? Who is Prophet Dawood? Connecting prophets to Islam Duaa when traveling Flash cards May Faith in Action Duaas Who is Prophet Suleiman? Who is Prophet Hud? Who is Prophet Musa? Who is Prophet Isa? Connecting prophets to Islam Connect the circle of prophets Review Duaas Flash cards

27 27 Beginning Level PK4 - Islamic Studies Month Content/Essential Questions Skills Assessment September What is the Islamic greeting? Learn the importance of Islamic greeting Who is Allah? Understanding Allah Tawhid What is Islam? Understanding Tawhid/Shahada Pre/Post Test Dua as Who is a Muslim? Developing identity as a Muslim Project What is Shahada? Understanding Allah as a creator and inventor What are Allah s names? Understand Faith What is the meaning of Al-Khaliq? Understanding Shirk What is the meaning of Al-Bari? Duaa for good manners What is the meaning of Al-Wadood? What is Tawhid? What is Shirk? How did prophet Ibrahim understand Tawhid? October What are good/bad deeds? Accountability What is heaven/hell? Recognize good/bad Pillars of Islam What are the Pillars? Understand pillars Pre/Post Test Dua as What is Iman? Understand Iman Project Vocabulary Who are Angels? Understand concept of angels What are the names/duties of the angels? Prophet Muhammad(S) childhood/family/friends Who is Prophet Muhammad(S)? The story of the 1 st revelation How did Muhammad(S) become a prophet? Duaa before/after eating Bismillah November Who are prophets? Recognizing prophets/messengers What are the divine books? Learning about the divine revelations Pillars of Islam Who are messengers? Alhamdulillah Allahu Akbar Pre/Post Test Dua as Who are the prophets mentioned in the InshaAllah Project Quran? Vocabulary What is the meaning of Al-Hameed? Compare prophets/messengers What is the meaning of Thikr? Learning Thikr December What is Salat? Learning importance of prayer How many times does a Muslim pray? Learning names of prayer Pillars of Islam What are the names of the prayers? Learning to pray Pre/Post Test Dua as How do you pray? Learning to make wudu and it s Project benefits Vocabulary What is Tahara? Learning about Ramadan and fasting How do you make wudu? Duaa before and after wudu What is fasting? Duaa to make intention of fast

28 What are the rules of fasting? What is Eid? Duaa when you open your fast Duaa after hearing Adhan Masha Allah Subhanallah Learning about Muslim holidays Grade/Subject Month Content/Essential Questions Skills Assessment January What is Hajj? Learn about Hajj What are the steps of Hajj? Learn about the significance of the Kabah Pillars of Islam What is the Kabah? Learn about Zakat Pre/Post Test Dua as What is Zakat? Learn about Sadaqah Project Vocabulary What is charity/sadaqah? Duaa to gain knowledge What is Ummh? Astaghfirullah What is the meaning of As-salam? Understanding Islamic brotherhood/sisterhood Understanding the importance of peace in Islam February What are the Pillars of Belief? What is the Day of Judgment? Pillars of Iman/belief Dua as Vocabulary Learning about the Pillars of Belief Learning about the Day of Judgment Duaa to enter/leave the Masjid 28 Pre/Post Test Project March Who is Prophet Muhammad(S) as the last prophet? Who is Prophet Adam? Connecting prophets to Islam Learning kindness, obedience to parents, being good to neighbors Faith in Action Who is Prophet Noah? Duaa before leaving home Pre/Post Test Dua as What is the meaning of Al-Lateef? Project Vocabulary April Who is Prophet Ibrahim? Connecting prophets to Islam Who is Prophet Yunus? Duaa when traveling Faith in Action Who is Prophet Yousuf? Pre/Post Test Dua as Who is Prophet Dawood? Project Vocabulary May Who is Prophet Suleiman? Connecting prophets to Islam Who is Prophet Hud? Connect the circle of prophets Faith in Action Who is Prophet Musa? Review Dua as Pre/Post Test Dua as Who is Prophet Isa? Project Vocabulary

29 KG - Islamic Studies Month Content/Essential Questions Skills Assessment September Who is Allah? Understanding Allah What is Shahada? Understanding Tawhid/Shahada Iman in my life What are Allah s names? Understand Faith Pre/Post Test Tawhid What is Tawhid? Understanding Shirk Project Dua as What is Shirk? Understanding the purpose of our life on earth What is the story of Prophet Adam? Duaa for forgiveness How does Shaytan connect to Prophet Importance of seeking forgiveness Adam? What is the meaning of Al-Ghaffar/Al-Ghafoor October What is the meaning of Al-Awwal? Understanding putting Allah first in your life Who should you try to please when doing any deed? Understanding accountability for actions Iman in my life What are good/bad deeds? Understanding the story of the Pre/Post Test sons of Adam Dua as What is accountability/heaven and hell? Learning about Ramadan and Project fasting Vocabulary What is Ramadan? Du aa before and after fasting What is fasting? Learning about Eid Why do we fast? What are the Muslim Holidays? November What is the story of Prophet Ibrahim? Learning character development through lesson from the story of the prophets What is the story of Prophet Nouh? Du aa of Prophet Younus Iman in my life What is the story of Prophet Younus? Pre/Post Test Dua as Project Vocabulary 29 December What is the meaning of As-Samee? Understanding Allah is all hearing What is Du aa? Understanding importance and manners of Du aa Iman in my life What is Tasbeeh? Understanding Tasbeeh Pre/Post Test Dua as What is the meaning of Al-Baseer? Understanding Allah sees you at Project all times Vocabulary What is the meaning of Taqwa? Developing Taqwa Grade/Subject Month Content/Essential Questions Skills Assessment January Who is Prophet Muhammad(S)? Understanding Prophet What is the historical background of Understanding the meaning of Mecca during the year of his birth? Seerah

30 I love Muhammad(S) What is Seerah? Understanding Prophet Muhammad(S) birthplace and childhood 30 Pre/Post Test Dua as Vocabulary What is the story of his childhood? Project February I love Muhammad(S) What was Prophet Muhammad(S) life as a young man? What is the meaning of As-Sadiq What is the meaning of Using Prophet Muhammad(S) as a role model in his character and treatment of others Importance of honesty and trustworthiness Importance of sending peace and blessings on the prophet Pre/Post Test Dua as Al-Ameen? Project Vocabulary How would you show that you love Prophet Muhammad(S)? March What is the Quran? Learning about the Quran What is the Sunnah? Learning about Sunnah Born to worship What are Ahadeeth? Learning about Ahadeeth Pre/Post Test Dua as Vocabulary Where did Prophet Muhammad(S) learn how to behave so well? Learning difference between Seerah and Sunnah Using Quran and Sunnah to learn good behavior Project April What is the key to Jannah? Learning importance of prayer Learning how to pray Born to worship Dua as after prayer Pre/Post Test Dua as Vocabulary Project May What is the meaning of Al-Muhsi? Understanding the meaning of Allah as the knower What is the meaning of Understanding the meaning of Allah as the one who answers all Muslim Manners Al-Mujeeb? Learning Athan Pre/Post Test Dua as What is Athan? Learning about Prophet Project Muhammad(S) as a role model Vocabulary How do you make Athan? Respect for parents, teachers, and elders Who is my hero? Learning appropriate Masjid manners Who is a role model? Du aa after Athan What is Masjid behavior? Du aa to enter and leave the Masjid Du aa for traveling

31 31 KG - Islamic Studies Month Content/Essential Questions Skills Assessment September Who is Allah? Understanding Allah What is Shahada/Iman? Understanding Tawhid/Shahada Pillars of Faith What are Allah s names? Understand Faith Pre/Post Test Tawhid What is Tawhid? Understanding Shirk Project Dua as What is Shirk? Understanding the 7 Pillars of Faith Vocabulary What is the meaning of Al-Mu min? Understanding Allah as the Faith giver What is Arkanul Iman? Understanding belief in Allah, angels, and the books October What is Arkanul Iman? Understanding belief in prophets and messengers, Who should you try to please when doing any deed? Yam-ul-Qiymah, and Pillars of Faith What are good/bad deeds? Al-Qadar Pre/Post Test Dua as What is accountability/heaven and hell? Understanding putting Allah first Project in your life Vocabulary What is Ramadan? Understanding accountability for actions What is fasting? Learning about Ramadan and fasting Why do we fast? Du aa before and after fasting What are the Muslim Holidays? Learning about Eid November What is the story of Prophet Ibrahim and his quest for the truth? What is the meaning of Al-Hadi? Learning character development through lesson from the story of the prophets Learning to only fear Allah and not others Faith in Action What is the meaning of Al-Haqq? Learning the life story of Ibrahim and his family Dua as How did Prophet Ibrahim display courage and the fact that he only feared Allah? Pre/Post Test Project Vocabulary What is the meaning of Al-Hafeath? What is the meaning of Ar-Razzaq? December What is obedience and sacrifice for the Learning to obey and sacrifice for sake of Allah? the sake of Allah What is the meaning of Al-Wakeel? Learning to trust in Allah Faith in Action What is Du aa? Understanding importance Pre/Post Test Worshiping Allah What is Tasbeeh? and manners of Du aa Project Dua as What is the meaning of Taqwa? Understanding Tasbeeh Vocabulary What is Hajj? Developing Taqwa How would you link Hajj with the story of Prophet Ibrahim? Understanding the fifth Pillar of Islam- Hajj

32 Learning the steps and lessons of Hajj Grade/Subject Month Content/Essential Questions Skills Assessment January What is Taharah? Learning the importance of cleanliness and purity What is wudu? Importance of cleansing your mind and body Worshiping Allah How do make wudu? Learning to make wudu Pre/Post Test Dua as Vocabulary What is the importance of prayer in the congregation? Learning the importance and procedure of praying in the Project What is the importance of Jumuah prayer? What is the importance of remembering Allah with your heart and your tongue? What is Thikr? congregation Learning the importance about Thikr as a form of worship and it s rewards February What is Zakah? Understanding giving of ones self What is Sadaqah? Understanding Zakah and it s benefits Worshiping Allah What are different forms of giving? Understanding charity Pre/Post Test Dua as Understanding the forms of Project Sadaqah Vocabulary March What is the Quran/Sunnah/Ahadeeth? Learning about the Quran/Sunnah/Ahadeeth What is the difference between prophets Learning difference between and messengers? Seerah and Sunnah Prophet Where did Prophet Muhammad(S) learn Using Quran and Sunnah to learn Muhammad(S) how to behave so well? good behavior In Makkah What is the meaning of An-Noor? Learning that Allah is the source of light and guidance Dua as Vocabulary April Prophet Muhammad(S) in Makkah How was Prophet Muhammad(S) entrusted with being Allah s messenger? What were the trials of the early Muslims? What is the meaning As-Saboor? What is the meaning of Learning the story of revelation Learning patience and perseverance Learning that evil will be punished and truth will prevail Learning that Allah has the highest in power and position above all his creation 32 Pre/Post Test Project Pre/Post Test Dua as Al-Muntaqim? Learning about a faithful wife Project Vocabulary What is the meaning of Al-Israa and Al- Mi raj? What is the meaning of Al-Aliyy? Who was Khadeejah? Learning about how Prophet Muhammad(S) taught us to treat women

33 33 How did she support Prophet Muhammad(S) May How does Islam promote healthy habits? Learning the importance of cleanliness and purity What is Ta-Awun? Du aa to enter and leave the bathroom Islam is Character What is Thabat? Understanding the importance of cooperation in our daily lives Dua as What is Ehtaraam? Learn to work hard and accept challenges Vocabulary What is As-Sidq? Learn about the different kinds of respect What is the meaning of Al-Haqq? Learning to be truthful What is a lie? Learn what a lie is Pre/Post Test Project