Vocabulary of the Holy Qur'an is an extremely useful dictionary of the words in the Qur'an, compiled on the basis of their three-letter roots, allowing one to infer the meanings of almost all the different Qur'anic words by recognizing their root meaning. Examples of uses of the words in the Qur'an are also presented. The sister companion to this book, "Learn the Language of the Holy Qur'an," is also available. This edition is a deluxe hardback version, a scholarly and educational book that is designed to last a lifetime.

This book is a useful curriculum for schools teaching the interpretation of the whole Qur’an. The authors followed one systematic, closed, and gradual method while they interpreted the Qur’an. Here are some points that were followed:

• Clear and simple sentences appropriate to students’ ages and levels
• Each lesson begins with new and previous vocabulary words that students need to know while learning the meanings of the Qur’an
• Brief introductions explains general ideas for each Surah
• Interpretation for each Surah in direct language
• Provides a connection between previous Surahs and upcoming ones
• Provides one interpretation that most interpreters agree on with careful avoidance of weak and multi-interpretations
• Follows the predecessor method while interpreting Allah’s character verses
• Provides several enrichment activities that aim to stimulate students while searching and thinking of Surahs’ meanings; thus, these activities keep information fresh in the minds of students while they discuss the results with teachers
• Provides each Surah with significant lessons for teachers to bridge the connection between each theme and its related verse. This is useful to guide students and deepen their Islamic morals
• Each lesson ends with multiple questions which aim to evaluate student comprehension
• Provides foot notes of sayings, narrations, events, or ahaddith related to the lesson theme which enriches students’ knowledge
• Provides only Al-Sahih ahaddith, plus mentions the group of ahadith reporters and the history behind each Sarah’s revelation

Vol. 8: Surahs Al-Ahzab, Saba'a, Fatir, Ya-seen, As-Saaffat, Saad, Az-Zumar, Ghafir and Fussilat

A unique series for students 9–14 years old, which develops different linguistic skills to prepare a generation proud of their Arabic language. This series contains five books:

• Reading skills
• Writing skills
• Composition skills
• Syntax and morphology exercises
• Aesthetic skills

Each book contains activities and games which reinforce students' skills. This series deals with students' weak points, whether they are related to school or their personal life.

It focuses on practical ways to help students read, write, speak, understand, and appreciate beautiful language.

This series is appropriate for non-native Arabic speakers who have completed advanced levels of Arabic language study. This curriculum was written by professors and educational curriculum experts.

This book has been developed for high school students. It brings out the personality of the Prophet (s) with the aim of encouraging students to follow his righteous paradigm. The Prophet's (s) pre-Hijra biography is comprehensively described with constant reference to primary source material. The spotlight of this work is in its presentation of the Messenger of God as being the archetypal "Perfect Man". It is to be used in conjunction with companion workbook. This last in the series of books on the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad (s) is developed with a vision of bringing the personality of Rasulullah (s) so close to the school students that they will follow his example. Our hope is that when students are faced with difficult choices, they will search for the answers from the seerah, his Sunnah, and hadeeths of Rasulullah (s) and choose to do what Rasulullah (s) would have done in that situation, inshaAllah.
The life of Rasulullah (s) in Makkah is described in detail with constant reference to the Qur'an. The emphasis is on presenting Rasulullah (s) as the model human being created by Allah. The workbook is an integral part of the curriculum. Teachers find the workbook extremely helpful during teaching in the classroom.

This workbook compliments the textbook Living Islam - Prophet of Mercy - The Life Story of Prophet Muhammad (s).

The Prophet Muhammad's biography, or seerah, is a profoundly inspiring story, and there is none like it in history. Many historians and philosophers, including Michael Hart, consider Prophet Muhammad (s) the most important personality throughout the human experience. In his book The 100: A Ranking of the Most Influential Persons in History (1978), Micheal Hart contended, "My choice of Muhammad to lead the list of the world's most influential persons may surprise some readers and may be questioned by others, but he was the only man in history who was supremely successful on both the religious and secular levels. Of humble origins, Muhammad founded and promulgated one of the world's great religions, and became an immensely effective political leader. Today, thirteen centuries after his death, his influence is still powerful and pervasive."

We begin learning the seerah by reading about the Prophet Muhammad in the Qur'an. Then we turn to the most trusted hadeeth in Saheeh-ul-Bukhari, Saheeh Muslim, and other compilations of authentic hadeeth. Next we turn to the reports of Ibn Is-haq, the Seerah book by Ibn Hisham, and the book of Tabaqaat-ul-Kubra by Ibn Sa'd. These are among the most authentic sources of seerah. Other authentic sources include the history books of Imams At-Tabari, Ibn Katheer, Ath-Thahabi, Ibn-ul-Atheer, and other historians. This book is committed to selecting the most authentic reports and narrations of the Prophet Muhammad's life story. It is needless to note that every biography of a great personality includes some unauthentic reports, and that of Prophet Muhammad is no exception. However, we tried our utmost best to present to our learners the most authentic account of the seerah as taken from its best and most authentic sources. The purpose of studying Prophet Muhammad's seerah is not simply to memorize certain dates or events, or to just sit back and enjoy the story.

Knowledge of the seerah is very important in our lives for many reasons that we can summarize in the following:

• Knowing the Prophet's personality will increase our love and respect for him. It builds a better understanding of the Qur'an, because some verses were revealed for certain incidents "seerah in the Qur'an" sections in this book connect the reader with most of the Qur'anic verses that detail seerah events.
• It helps us imitate the Prophet's life and learn to adopt his style of judgment. We can take him as a role model.
• Living Islam sections help the reader to pinpoint the Prophet of Islam's guidance and way of life.
• We can learn the fiqh rules with examples from the Prophet's seerah.
• We come to know some of the companions and their characteristics.
• We begin to understand some of the Arabic terms used in the religion.
• Vocabulary sections throughout the book help introduce the learner to important Islamic and historical terms.
• We learn some lessons from the Prophet's seerah to apply in our lives. "Lessons to Learn" section in every chapter of the books briefs the readers with important life lessons we can learn from the seerah.
• The Prophet's story gives is a practical way to make da'wah (inviting people to Islam).
• The Prophet's life is an excellent example for Muslims of the practical Islamic way of life.
• His life conveys the spirit of the kind merciful father and the wise gentle da'i (the person that invites other people to Islam), who puts all his effort in preaching Islam.
• Indeed, the seerah introduces us to the most beloved and respected leader among his companions. It demonstrates the democracy in Islam, and represents the ideal Muslim society.
• Studying the seerah will expose us to all sides of humanity at its best, represented in the most complete and perfect picture.

There are five content areas:

1. ‘Aqeedah (Islamic doctrine)
2. The Glorious Qur’an and its sciences
3. Seerah (biography of the Prophet (s) and Islamic History
4. ‘Ibadat (Worship)
5. Morals and manners

The material is presented, using a spiral approach, where students revisit each area and study it in greater depth each year. The Student's Textbook contains the subject text of the lessons, exercises as well as activities.

The ICO project is a distinguished one because:

1. Our curricula meet the needs of the target audience for integrated, coherent, and appropriate curricula.
2. They were prepared according to scientific bases, assimilating the most recent educational and psychological theories.
3. They were prepared by special educationists who are experienced in designing curricula and who are familiar with the needs of the target group.
4. They employed the most recent techniques and educational aids.
5. They went through many quality control processes, which were carried out by specialized committees, and they were enhanced by teachers who evaluated the curricula before releasing them.

The Features and Characteristics of the Textbooks:

These books were prepared by the International Curricula Organization (ICO) and have certain features, which distinguish them from any other textbooks:

First: The Technical Features:

1. The textbooks have been designed in accordance with the international quality standards in all aspects: colors, paper, size, illustration, and printing.
2. They have been furnished with the appropriate illustrations and pictures which match the students’ educational stage and environment.
3. The texts have been distributed and organized in a way that makes the text stand out, paying special attention to the font type and size, and the spaces; and colors were chosen carefully to appeal to the target audience.

Second: The Instructional and Linguistic Features:

1. Reinforce the proper linguistic basis of the non-Arabic speaking students.
2. They build the students’ linguistic dictionary according to their environmental needs.
3. Provide non-Arabic speaking students with a good deal of Islamic vocabulary.
4. Identify the correct articulation of the different sounds through the study of the Glorious Qur’an.
5. Enable the students to evade making mistakes when reciting the Glorious Qur’an through employing the rules of the Arabic language.
6. Provide an integrated curriculum with well-prepared scientific content and vocabulary.
7. Take into consideration the students’ individual mental differences and their diverse linguistic skills.
8. Consider the students’ different cultures.
9. Develop the students’ creativity and mental faculties.

Third: The Educational Content Features:

1. Reinforce the principle of forgiveness and the etiquette of disagreement with others.
2. Develop the spirituality, morality, and values of the students.
3. Help students have good and balanced personalities.
4. Develop the students’ pride in their Muslim identity.
5. Help the caller to Islam to develop a balanced personality that reflects the moderation of Islam.

System Requirements for CD-ROM:

• Windows 2000, XP, or Vista

This textbook is part of our senior-level Qur'anic Studies program, a program that aims to present the message of the Qur'an in a methodical and systematic manner. In this book each ruku' (section) is treated as a separate lesson. The original Arabic text and two translations (Yusuf Ali and Pickthall - both revised and rendered into modern English) are utilized. The original commentary of the verses of the Qur'an by Yusuf Ali is also included with each lesson as well as a complete glossary of the Arabic text.
A Study of Juz' One: Alif Lam Mim is a textbook in the IQRA' Program of Islamic Studies at the senior level and is also a Qur'anic reading book for the general public. This publication follows the same organization and methodology as used in IQRA's now well-established textbooks The Qur'an Juz' 'Amma: 30, Part I and II and Seven Surahs. With the publication of A Study of Juz' One: Alif Lam Mim, IQRA' Foundation is taking an ambitious step towards serializing the meaning and message of the Qur'an by publishing one Juz' every two months. They hope to complete the Qur'an in five years. This serialization will enable our students and readers to study the Qur'an in the two major translations of 'Abdullah Yusuf 'Ali and Muhammad Marmaduke Pickthal, which have been rendered into modem English, and then follow it word for word. This textbook covers Surat Al-Fatiha and Surat Al-Baqarah through verse 141.

Curriculum
The Weekend Learning Islamic Studies books are based on a comprehensive 12-year curriculum. The curriculum contains broad aspect of Islam based on the Qur'an and authentic hadeeth. The topics in the curriculum are laid out in a systematic manner to suit the teaching needs in a weekend Islamic school. Topics are selected based on age, grade and learning levels of each grade. Some topics are covered in multiple grades to add different perspective, details and additional emphasis. The teachers and director of the school will find continuity in the curriculum as it unfolds year to year. Teachers will know how much each student will learn year to year, and how much they will have learned at the end when they graduate out of the school.
 
Books
All Weekend Learning Islamic Studies books have age and grade appropriate lessons. The length and depth of each lesson and sentences in the lessons are age and grade appropriate. The lessons are tailored for 50-60 minute classes. Students in all grades will love the simple and child-friendly language and sentences in the books. The language of the lessons and the treatment of the subjects are made from children's perspective. Even the English spelling of Arabic words is age-appropriate. The books do not simply disseminate knowledge, but make it relevant to the students' life and their world. The lessons do not use a lecturing tone, but engage the students in a respectful discussion.

"A short volume pact with empowering Islamic examples of personal development in every aspect of daily life. It covers in short chapters topics such as sincerity in worship, maintaining ties of kinship, teaching children, thankfulness, modesty etc. It focuses on morality, manners and in this way it serves both as an excellent foundation not only for further study of the great works of hadith, but also as a guide to the Islamic way of life thus reviving the importance of Islamic moral conduct. It covers over 45 short chapters such as sincerity in worship, maintaining ties of kinship, teaching children, thankfulness, modesty etc. It focuses on morality, manners and in this way it serves both as an excellent foundation not only for further study of the great works of hadith, but also as a guide to the Islamic way of life thus reviving the importance of Islamic moral conduct in the English Language.

Additionally, anyone new to the science of hadith may be overawed by its sheer volume and complexity. Tahdhib al-Akhlaq: A Hadith Guide for Personal and Social Conduct, is a gentle introduction that takes over 500 Ahadith from the six authentic collections predominantly from Bukhari and Muslim and arranges them into an easily understood and accessible subject matter.

Its unique style of inter-twining each subject matter with the appropriate verses of the Qur’an at the beginning of each chapter followed by carefully selected hadiths makes it fascinating to read, – a truly scholarly work made accessible to the general reader."

For the first time, the Islamic Sciences are put forth in a developed and methodical manner in a series produced and overseen by capable and respected authors and scholars. Enhanced by beautiful, expressive drawings which facilitate the teaching process, and even enable students to learn on their own. The series represents an important step in the field of Islamic studies.

A key feature of the series is that the teacher can choose the appropriate level for students' abilities, reading comprehension, and understanding.