Oasis of Faith is curriculum that presents Islamic principles and ethics to Muslim children through the study of ahadeeth, the biography of the Prophet (s), and prayer. The series is enhanced by verses of Qur’an that accompany each lesson, along with images and graphics that help clarify each concept under study. Oasis of Faith places special emphasis on the ethics of Muslim children both at home and school.

Level 1 covers the short surat and Islamic manners.

Be sure to review Faith Oasis, the companion series written completely in Arabic.

This course has been designed to present the young students comprehensive Islamic education, comprising general Islamic knowledge based on the Quran and Haddith. Instead of teaching moral principles directly, they are taught through themes chosen from the Quran and other Islamic sources. A major portion of the course comprises the text of the Quran, which is followed by exercises to test the depth of understanding of the students. Though basically intended for use as a school text book, it is also an ideal tool for home schooling involving both the parents and the children. In this way the children will not only learn the ethical values conveyed by the message of Islam but will also be stimulated to want to know more about Islamic teachings when they grow up.
About the author: Best selling author, Saniyasnain Khan, has written numerous books for children, of which over a million copies have been sold worldwide. His books reflect his own love of story telling and deep respect for the eternal message of the Quran. He hopes that his books will make the stories from the Quran memorable for young children and will act as a foundation on which they may build a growing knowledge of Islam.

At this level, students are introduced to Islam through the Shahaadah (testimony of faith). They learn appropriate care of the Qur'an and engage in memorization and recitation of soorahs from Soorat At-Teen to Soorat Al-Humazah. The life of Prophet Muhammad (s) is introduced. The children are taught the basics of cleanliness and ablution along with the proper performance of prayer. The course ends with lessons on personal hygiene, respect for parents, and respect for the property of others. 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.

Our Arabic Language introduces different thematic units for second-grade students. It contains 16 units divided into 2 parts; each part containing various subjects that introduce social, religious, and cultural aspects of our children’s daily lives. Part 1 includes 8 units (86 pages). Each unit is formed to enhance basic language skills: reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Within the different thematic units and activities, students are encouraged to read, explain, comprehend, analyze, and join words into a short conversation.

Each unit includes the following exercises:

1. Pronunciation of words and reading text
2. Word definition
3. Comprehension and discussions
4. Analysis and composition sentences
5. Conversation
6. Writing
7. Chanting
8. Memorizing short Surah or Haddith
9. Listening and answering
10. Class activities

This series comes in 6 levels consisting of 2 parts each, except for Level 6. Each level contains 2 student textbooks (one for each part) and a handwriting book.

The Wisdom of Our Prophet is part if IQRA's Sirah and Hadith curriculum for Grade Four. This textbook introduces the foundational teachings of Islam as expressed through the Qur'an, the Sunnah and inspirational stories from Muslim tradition. The lessons in the textbook have been designed to provide young minds with an awareness of various key Ahadith voiced through the blessed lips of the Messenger of Allah (S). Attractively illustrated, The Wisdom of Our Prophet will prove to be a catalyst in stirring love and adoration for the Messenger of Allah (S) in the hearts of young readers.

The Wisdom of Our Prophet comes with an accompanying workbook that is filled with activities that are designed to strengthen the messages learned in the textbook.

The fourth level of the Teacher's Book has a group of lessons. Each lesson contains a story, a nasheed, and the objectives of the fourth level. At the end of the book, the objectives for each lesson can also be found.
The objectives of the fourth book of A Good Word are to allow the reader to:

• Believe in the three pillars of Islam.
• Believe that all that happens in the world is by the decree of God.
• Know the importance of remembering God by saying "There is no god but Allah.”
• Consider their intentions when performing good deeds.
• Incorporate the meaning of Surah al-Fatiha in their behavior.
• Commit to performing prayers correctly.
• Warn others about common mistakes during salah (prayers).
• Learn the etiquette of mosques and Friday prayers.
• Know how and when to perform Sujud al-Sahu, Sujud al-Tilawa, and Sujud al-Shukr.
• Learn about the Prophet Muhammad's youth.
• Strive to do good deeds to get closer to God.
• Treat their parents well and strive to please them.
• Understand the sacrifices the Prophet Ibrahim (pbuh) made to spread Islam.
• Know that all that happens in the universe is according to God's decree.
• Explain Ayah al-Kursi.
• Become familiar with the main events of the Prophet Muhammad's life, from his birth until his late childhood.
• Name a few of the good characteristics of the Prophet Muhammad.
• Explain the effect of the duties a Muslim performs to get closer to God.
• Know the moral of Prophet Ibrahim's story.
• List a few of God's blessings on humanity.

The Goodword Islamic studies grade 6 course has been designed to present young students with a comprehensive Islamic education, comprising general Islamic knowledge based on the Quran and hadith. Instead of teaching moral principles directly, the course teaches them through themes chosen from the Quran and other Islamic sources. A major portion of the course comprises the text of the Quran, which is followed by exercises to test the depth of understanding of the students. Though basically intended for use as a school textbook, it is also an ideal tool for homeschooling involving both the parents and the children. In this way, children will not only learn the ethical values conveyed by the message of Islam but will also be stimulated to want to know more about Islamic teachings when they grow up.

Best-selling author Saniyasnain Khan has written numerous books for children, of which over a million copies have been sold worldwide. His books reflect his own love of storytelling and deep respect for the eternal message of the Quran. He hopes that his books will make the stories of the Quran memorable for young children and will act as a foundation on which they may build a growing knowledge of Islam.