It’s All About Islam:
It’s ALL About Islam – Level 6. The first book in our three-part Islamic Studies curriculum for the middle school grades, Level 6 introduces students to important themes appropriate for this grade. This level addresses the basic belief system of Islam, Islamic history and culture, geography, Muslim achievements and the Muslim experience in the West today. Each textbook features relevant topics presenting the Islamic worldview, thereby cultivating the relevance of Islam in the lives of young students. A detailed examination of Islamic history, the prophets, Islamic philosophy, the system of governance based on the teachings of Prophet Muhammad, contemporary issues seen from the Islamic perspective, and notable men and women in Islam’s foundational history.

In addition, Level 6 contains special content on:

• the Golden Age of Islam .
• Islamic Art & Literature.

Islamic 'Aqidah and Fiqh the textbook by Hajiyah B. Aisha Lemu in the 1980s, offers a new approach to the teaching of Islamic Studies, especially for younger students. It offers authentic information on Islamic 'Aqidah and Fiqh in simple English, combining the spirit of the teachings of Islam with their moral and social values. This work handles Islamic belief ('Aqidah) by covering the articles of faith in detail and presenting the Fiqh involving the Five Pillars of Islam. Issues of common concern, such as honest business and marriage and divorce are discussed in detail. Given that the original textbook was written primarily for West African audiences, it covered only the Maliki School of Thought. Moreover, the author has used her wealth of knowledge of other subjects in putting facts across to the students effectively. She has also employed rational arguments in helping the reader to understand the lessons thoroughly. IQRA' International Educational Foundation has this revised and expanded edition of very popular textbook. They thoroughly revised the series to cover all major schools of Fiqh, which increases the effectiveness of this book for use, especially in Muslim institutions of the West, where we have students of all madhahib studying, learning and growing up together. However, IQRA' has here fully revised the work to cover other schools of Sunni Fiqh and all 5 schools of Islamic jurisprudence. Sister Lemu has made a great contribution towards the effective dissemination of the knowledge of Islam, especially among the young ones. I recommend this textbook for use in schools. I also recommend it to the older reader who may wish to acquaint himself with the basic teachings of Islamic 'Aqidah and Fiqh.

Grade 7 covers a variety of topics, including Surat an-Naba’; Prophet Yusuf; Keeping promises; the two Eid prayers; Islam and the world sciences; and more. This book also contains fun activities and review sections.

Given the dire need for English Islamic studies material in schools, Darussalam has endeavored to publish an Islamic Studies series covering all grades from grades 1 through 12. This series covers all areas of Islamic studies: tafsir, ahaddith, tawheed, fiqh, sirah, and general etiquette relating to different areas and situations. Given the importance of Islamic knowledge, every effort has been made to ensure that the material presented in the series is authentic. Also, given the importance of Arabic Islamic terms, most are presented in their original Arabic script, transliteration, and translation. This also applies to supplications which must be memorized in their Arabic version. The aim is to help the students read the original text and understand its meaning. Each lesson is followed by exercises with questions about the lesson.

One striking feature of this series is the use of colorful artwork. It is appealing to students and teachers. This is certainly bound to attract young readers' attention, stimulate them, amuse them, and most importantly to educate them.

This series aims to acquaint the student with the teachings of Islam in every aspect: beliefs, practices, and moral conduct. Its unique features fill a gap in the area of English Islamic curriculums, which has long been neglected.

The present breathtaking work was initiated by an expert in the field of education, Molvi Abdul Aziz, who held different posts in the field, including that of senior administrative officer in the Department of Private Education, Ministry of Education, Dubai from 1982 to 2002.

There are five content areas in the book:

1. ‘Aqeedah (Islamic doctrine)
2. The Glorious Qur’an and its sciences
3. Seerah (biography of the Prophet) and Islamic History
4. ‘Ibaadaat (Worship and Rituals)
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

Islamic Studies - Student Workbook - Level 7 is designed to complement the revised and enlarged Islamic Studies textbook for this level. The workbook has large number of test questions to cover each lesson in a comprehensive manner.

• Each workbook has a large number of quizzes and activities.
• The workbooks will help students review key concepts in each lesson.
• Students will love the thought-provoking questions.
• The workbooks will also enhance test taking skills.

The workbooks are designed to complement the Weekend Learning Series of Islamic Studies textbooks. Large number of review questions and activities will provide a rewarding and enriching learning experience. Thought-provoking quizzes will help reinforce learning and build a meaningful integration of the materials in the textbook. The workbooks will also enhance test taking skills and prepare students for advanced learning.

The Level 7 book is intended for children ages 12–15 who have completed the Level 4 book from Weekend Learning or who have a similar knowledge base of Islam.

This series is designed for teaching Islamic culture to young Muslims in English-speaking countries and International Schools. The series aims to enable students to identify the foundations, principles and rules of the religion of Islam, by building a strong knowledge base to enable them to maintain their faith and identity and interact with others. The curricula considered the needs of the target groups, environments in which they reside and educational policies used in the target countries.
Each grade contains the following books:

• Islamic Studies Syllabus.
• Activity Book (Parts 1&2) for levels from 1 to 6 only.

Each level in this curriculum begins with topics on Allah, the Qur’an, the Prophet (s), ahadith, or sunnah. The early levels emphasize the five pillars, while later levels contain more detailed studies.
In each level, several lessons are devoted to Islamic values to help children develop a sound understanding of Islamic manners, values, and morals. The lessons are designed so that teachers will have a clear path of instruction and can be covered within a 50-60 minute period. Emphasis on each lesson ensures valuable class time is not wasted.
Weekend Learning Series features a variety of activities, including word matching and scrambles, fill-in-the-blanks, and more. Teachers will appreciate lesson objectives at the beginning of each chapter, built-in homework sections, and vocabulary words at the end of each chapter.
Topics for level 7 include the names of the Qur’an, seeking forgiveness and protection, physical and spiritual purification, guard your tongue, and more. By this level a summarized biography of the Prophet (s) is completed with an understanding of events that shaped his life and early Islam. Students will then have studied biographies of most of the prominent prophets at least once.

This is a revised and expanded edition of Aisha Lemu's landmark book, Tahdhib and Sirah. Within this textbook, a broad spectrum of moral and social teachings as well as important biographies are covered in a systematic and organized way, giving both the theory and practical examples of Akhlaq and Tahdhib. This revised edition hands over organized and graded lessons for classroom or home schooling purposes. It also provides practical models of Islamic virtue by presenting the biographies of prophets, Sahabah, and other pious individuals. From Author: It gives me great pleasure to have the privilege of introducing the textbook Islamic Tahdhib and Akhlaq: Theory and Practice. First published in 1983 as Tahdhib and Sirah by Hajiya B. Aisha Lemu, it offers a new approach to the teaching of Islamic Studies, especially for young students. An outstanding merit of the textbook is its emphasis on the spirit of the various teachings of Islam as well as on their moral and social values. Moreover, the author has gainfully used her wealth of knowledge of other subjects in putting the facts across to the students effectively. She has also employed rational arguments in helping the reader to understand the lessons thoroughly. The first part of the book is a textbook designed especially for the classroom. It deals with various tenets on Islamic Tahdhib and Akhlaq, referring to the Qur’an and the Sunnah as the most important sources. Part tow is an enrichment section, which deals with the lives of the Prophets, the Sirah of Prophet Muhammad and the lives of some prominent Sahabah and other pious Muslims.

This edition of the Juz Tabarak is a user-friendly presentation of the 29* Juz of the Al-Qur'an. The book contains large, clear color-coded Arabic text and translation.
Each surah starts with a short introduction. The surah is followed by explanation ofthe ayat based on authentic commentary. A 'Words to Know' section provides root and derivatives of several key words used in the surah. This is further elaborated into a word-to- word meaning of the entire surah. Each chapter ends with some teachings in the surah that readers can apply in their everyday lives. A short question section reinforces the materials learned.

This book is for students in full-time and weekend Islamic schools. The experience and events of Rasulullah (S)'s life are explained in a manner that builds the moral and spiritual character of students. Each chapter is a separate lesson,therefore, it is ideal for one class period. The sequential development of events and connections between them are maintained from lesson to lesson. Use of timelines, maps, chapter notes and simple graphics aid in concept building.

Some lessons of the historical events:

• The permission to fight was given only after the Muslims arrived in Madinah. Why was permission not given during the Makkan period, when the Muslims were tortured and oppressed the most?
• In the Battle of Badr, the Muslims achieved a resounding victory. But in the Battle of Uhud, the story was quite different. What could be the divine wisdom in allowing the Muslims to suffer so much in the Battle of Uhud?
• The siege of Madinah during the Battle of The Trench lasted nearly 25 days. Eventually the enemies were defeated without the Muslims having to fight an actual battle. What could be the divine wisdom in making the siege last so long? What lesson do we learn from this battle?
• Abdullah Ibn Ubayy was a notorious hypocrite who worked his entire life to damage Islam. On several occasions, ‘Umar ibh Al-Khattab wanted to kill him. Even Ubayy’s son sought Rasulullah’s (S) permission to kill his own father. However, Rasulullah (S) did not give him permission. Why not?
• The slander against ‘A’ishah continued unabated for nearly a month, causing distress to Rasulullah (S) and his family. A divine revelation declaring ‘A’ishah’s innocence was finally sent after one month. What was the divine wisdom in delaying the revelation?
• The Expedition to Tabuk ended without a battle. Allah could have informed Rasulullah (S) that the Byzantines would not show up for the battle. This would have saved the Muslims from tremendous distress during their journey to Tabuk in the hot summer months. What was the divine wisdom behind this expedition?
• After the Battle of Badr, Rasulullah (S) released the prisoners of war prior to receiving divine permission for such an action. What could be the divine wisdom in not sending permission before Rasulullah’s (S) action?

These and many other questions are answered in the book. The events in each chapter not only provide narrative details, but also encourage critical thinking and personal reflection.