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Islamic School of

Plainfield

2183 Stanley Road

Plainfield, IN 46168

Phone: 317-418-8111

Pre-School School

Curriculum Overview

(V1.0, August 6, 2011)

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

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.

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".

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

Control

Think before you act

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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".

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. 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.

• 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.

D. Seerah

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.

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.

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.

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 Handouts

Introduction to prophet (SWA) Stories of Prophet Volume 1

Akhlaq Handouts

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

4.1 PreK-4

Islamic Studies:





Know Prophet Mohammad (s.a.w.) and his Sira.



Learn to love one another, know kindness and sharing

Learn about the Muslim holidays

Quran Memorization:



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



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.

Prayers:


2. Opening Dua

3. Istihadhah

4. Recitation

5. Takbeer

6. Rukoo



9. Takbeer

10. Sujood

11. Tashahhud

12. Darud

13. Dua

14. Tasleem


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


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

Memorize/Review Surahs and Prayers Tasbeeh

Seerah Handouts

Introduction to prophet (SWA) Stories of Prophet Volume 2

Akhlaq Handouts

Saying Salaam,

Eating manners,

Cleanliness,





4.2 Kindergarten

Islamic Studies:



Know Allah (s.w.t.) and Attributes of Allah.



Know Prophet Mohammad (s.a.w.) and his Sira.



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:



Revise short Surahs we have learned from last year.

And finish the Juze Amma



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.

Prayers:


2. Opening Dua

3. Istihadhah

4. Recitation

5. Takbeer

6. Rukoo



9. Takbeer

10. Sujood

11. Tashahhud

12. Darud

13. Dua

14. Tasleem

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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


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

Seerah Handouts

Stories of Prophet Volume 3

Akhlaq Handouts

Saying Salaam,

Eating manners,

Cleanliness,





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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

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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 2nd

, 3rd

and 4th

Rakats

11. Review of correction for mistakes in Salats

12. Discussion on Salaat during Travel/Journey

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BOOK LIST

Arabic Series: Abda Al Arabia

Arabic Writing Series: Goodword Arabic

Islamic Studies: Iqra Books Series

Book Name Level

Abda Al Arabia 1 (Begin and Learn Arabic Language) I Start Arabic: Volume 1 دأ أب

ية عرب توى : ال س م ل ال األو

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

Abda Al Arabia 2 (Begin and Learn Arabic Language) I Start Arabic: Volume 2 دأ أب

ية عرب توى : ال س م ي ال ثان ال

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 PK4

Children Stories from Quran 1 PK4

Goodword Arabic Writing: Book 3 KG

My Coloring Book of Salah KG

I Start Arabic 3 (Begin and Learn Arabic Language) I Start Arabic: Volume 3 دأ ية أب عرب الKG

Islamic Manners Coloring Book KG

Our Religion is Islam a Coloring Book for children KG

Shape and Forms of Arabic Letters KG

Children Stories from Quran 1,2 KG

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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

Observation

Oral

responses

Flash cards

Games

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

Observation

Oral

responses

Flash cards

Games

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

InshaAllah

Observation

Oral

responses

Flash cards

Games

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

Observation

Oral

responses

Flash cards

Games

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

Observation

Oral

responses

Flash cards

Games

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

Observation

Oral

responses

Flash cards

Games

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

Observation

Oral

responses

Flash cards

Games

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April

Faith in Action

Duaas

Who is Prophet Ibrahim?

Who is Prophet Yunus?

Who is Prophet Yousuf?

Who is Prophet Dawood?


Duaa when traveling

Observation

Oral

responses

Flash cards

Games

May

Faith in Action

Duaas

Who is Prophet Suleiman?

Who is Prophet Hud?

Who is Prophet Musa?

Who is Prophet Isa?


Connect the circle of prophets

Review Duaas

Observation

Oral

responses

Flash cards

Games

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Beginning Level PK4 - Islamic Studies Month Content/Essential Questions Skills Assessment

September What is the Islamic greeting? Learn the importance of Islamic

greeting

Observation

Who is Allah? Understanding Allah Oral

responses

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

Games

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 Observation

What is heaven/hell? Recognize good/bad Oral

responses

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 Games

What are the names/duties of the

angels?

Prophet Muhammad(S)

childhood/family/friends

Who is Prophet Muhammad(S)? The story of the 1st revelation

How did Muhammad(S) become a

prophet?

Duaa before/after eating

Bismillah

November Who are prophets? Recognizing prophets/messengers Observation

What are the divine books? Learning about the divine

revelations

Oral

responses

Pillars of Islam Who are messengers? Alhamdulillah Allahu Akbar Pre/Post Test

Dua’as Who are the prophets mentioned in the

Quran?

InshaAllah Project

Vocabulary What is the meaning of Al-Hameed? Compare prophets/messengers Games

What is the meaning of Thikr? Learning Thikr

December What is Salat? Learning importance of prayer Observation

How many times does a Muslim pray? Learning names of prayer Oral

responses

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

benefits

Project

Vocabulary What is Tahara? Learning about Ramadan and

fasting

Games

How do you make wudu? Duaa before and after wudu

What is fasting? Duaa to make intention of fast

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What are the rules of fasting? Duaa when you open your fast

What is Eid? Duaa after hearing Adhan

Masha’Allah Subhanallah

Learning about Muslim holidays

Grade/Subject


January What is Hajj? Learn about Hajj Observation

What are the steps of Hajj? Learn about the significance of the

Kabah

Oral

responses

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 Games

What is Ummh? Astaghfirullah

What is the meaning of As-salam? Understanding Islamic

brotherhood/sisterhood

Understanding the importance of

peace in Islam

February

Pillars of

Iman/belief

Dua’as

Vocabulary

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

Observation

Oral

responses

Pre/Post Test

Project

Games

March Who is Prophet Muhammad(S) as the

last prophet?

Connecting prophets to Islam Observation

Who is Prophet Adam? Learning kindness, obedience to

parents, being good to neighbors

Oral

responses

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 Games

April Who is Prophet Ibrahim? Connecting prophets to Islam Observation

Who is Prophet Yunus? Duaa when traveling Oral

responses

Faith in Action Who is Prophet Yousuf? Pre/Post Test

Dua’as Who is Prophet Dawood? Project

Vocabulary Games

May Who is Prophet Suleiman? Connecting prophets to Islam Observation

Who is Prophet Hud? Connect the circle of prophets Oral

responses

Faith in Action Who is Prophet Musa? Review Dua’as Pre/Post Test

Dua’as Who is Prophet Isa? Project

Vocabulary Games

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KG - Islamic Studies Month Content/Essential Questions Skills Assessment

September Who is Allah? Understanding Allah Observation

What is Shahada? Understanding Tawhid/Shahada Oral

responses

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

Games

What is the story of Prophet Adam? Duaa for forgiveness

How does Shaytan connect to Prophet

Adam?

Importance of seeking forgiveness

What is the meaning of

Al-Ghaffar/Al-Ghafoor

October What is the meaning of Al-Awwal? Understanding putting Allah first

in your life

Observation

Who should you try to please when

doing any deed?

Understanding accountability for

actions

Oral

responses

Iman in my life What are good/bad deeds? Understanding the story of the

sons of Adam

Pre/Post Test

Dua’as What is accountability/heaven and hell? Learning about Ramadan and

fasting

Project

Vocabulary What is Ramadan? Du’aa before and after fasting Games

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

Observation

What is the story of Prophet Nouh? Du’aa of Prophet Younus Oral

responses

Iman in my life What is the story of Prophet Younus? Pre/Post Test

Dua’as Project

Vocabulary Games

December What is the meaning of As-Samee? Understanding Allah is all hearing Observation

What is Du’aa? Understanding importance and

manners of Du’aa

Oral

responses

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

all times

Project

Vocabulary What is the meaning of Taqwa? Developing Taqwa Games

Grade/Subject


January Who is Prophet Muhammad(S)? Understanding Prophet Observation

What is the historical background of

Mecca during the year of his birth?

Understanding the meaning of

Seerah

Oral

responses

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I love

Muhammad(S)

What is Seerah? Understanding Prophet

Muhammad(S) birthplace and

childhood

Pre/Post Test

Dua’as Vocabulary What is the story of his childhood? Project

Games

February What was Prophet Muhammad(S) life

as a young man?

Using Prophet Muhammad(S) as a

role model in his character and

treatment of others

Observation

What is the meaning of As-Sadiq Importance of honesty and

trustworthiness

Oral

responses

I love

Muhammad(S)

What is the meaning of 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)? Games

March What is the Quran? Learning about the Quran Observation

What is the Sunnah? Learning about Sunnah Oral

responses

Born to worship What are Ahadeeth? Learning about Ahadeeth Pre/Post Test

Dua’as Where did Prophet Muhammad(S) learn

how to behave so well?

Learning difference between

Seerah and Sunnah

Project

Vocabulary Using Quran and Sunnah to learn

good behavior

Games

April What is the key to Jannah? Learning importance of prayer Observation

Learning how to pray Oral

responses

Born to worship Dua’as after prayer Pre/Post Test

Dua’as Project

Vocabulary Games

May What is the meaning of Al-Muhsi? Understanding the meaning of

Allah as the knower

Observation

What is the meaning of Understanding the meaning of

Allah as the one who answers all

Oral

responses

Muslim Manners Al-Mujeeb? Learning Athan Pre/Post Test

Dua’as What is Athan? Learning about Prophet

Muhammad(S) as a role model

Project

Vocabulary How do you make Athan? Respect for parents, teachers, and

elders

Games

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

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KG - Islamic Studies Month Content/Essential Questions Skills Assessment

September Who is Allah? Understanding Allah Observation

What is Shahada/Iman? Understanding Tawhid/Shahada Oral

responses

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

Games

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,

Observation

Who should you try to please when

doing any deed?

Yam-ul-Qiymah, and Oral

responses

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

in your life

Project

Vocabulary What is Ramadan? Understanding accountability for

actions

Games

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?

Learning character development

through lesson from the story of

the prophets

Observation

What is the meaning of Al-Hadi? Learning to only fear Allah and

not others

Oral

responses

Faith in Action What is the meaning of Al-Haqq? Learning the life story of Ibrahim

and his family

Pre/Post Test

Dua’as How did Prophet Ibrahim display

courage and the fact that he only feared

Allah?

Project

Vocabulary What is the meaning of Al-Hafeath? Games

What is the meaning of Ar-Razzaq?

December What is obedience and sacrifice for the

sake of Allah?

Learning to obey and sacrifice for

the sake of Allah

Observation

What is the meaning of Al-Wakeel? Learning to trust in Allah Oral

responses

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 Games

Vocabulary What is Hajj? Developing Taqwa

How would you link Hajj with the story

of Prophet Ibrahim?

Understanding the fifth Pillar of

Islam- Hajj

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Learning the steps and lessons of

Hajj

Grade/Subject


January What is Taharah? Learning the importance of

cleanliness and purity

Observation

What is wudu? Importance of cleansing your mind

and body

Oral

responses

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

congregation

Project

What is the importance of Jumuah

prayer?

Learning the importance about

Thikr as a form of worship and it’s

rewards

Games

What is the importance of remembering

Allah with your heart and your tongue?

What is Thikr?

February What is Zakah? Understanding giving of ones self Observation

What is Sadaqah? Understanding Zakah and it’s

benefits

Oral

responses

Worshiping Allah What are different forms of giving? Understanding charity Pre/Post Test

Dua’as Understanding the forms of

Sadaqah

Project

Vocabulary Games

March What is the Quran/Sunnah/Ahadeeth? Learning about the

Quran/Sunnah/Ahadeeth

Observation

What is the difference between prophets

and messengers?

Learning difference between

Seerah and Sunnah

Oral

responses

Prophet

Muhammad(S)

Where did Prophet Muhammad(S) learn

how to behave so well?

Using Quran and Sunnah to learn

good behavior

Pre/Post Test

In Makkah What is the meaning of An-Noor? Learning that Allah is the source

of light and guidance

Project

Dua’as How was Prophet Muhammad(S)

entrusted with being Allah’s

messenger?

Learning the story of revelation Games

Vocabulary

April What were the trials of the early

Muslims?

Learning patience and

perseverance

Observation

What is the meaning As-Saboor? Learning that evil will be punished

and truth will prevail

Oral

responses

Prophet

Muhammad(S) in

Makkah

What is the meaning of Learning that Allah has the highest

in power and position above all his

creation

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?

Learning about how Prophet

Muhammad(S) taught us to treat

women

Games

What is the meaning of Al-Aliyy? Who

was Khadeejah?

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How did she support Prophet

Muhammad(S)

May How does Islam promote healthy

habits?

Learning the importance of

cleanliness and purity

Observation

What is Ta-Awun? Du’aa to enter and leave the

bathroom

Oral

responses

Islam is Character What is Thabat? Understanding the importance of

cooperation in our daily lives

Pre/Post Test

Dua’as What is Ehtaraam? Learn to work hard and accept

challenges

Project

Vocabulary What is As-Sidq? Learn about the different kinds of

respect

Games

What is the meaning of Al-Haqq? Learning to be truthful

What is a lie? Learn what a lie is

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