The beliefs section focuses on the wisdom behind the creation of humankind and jinn. The five pillars are included in this section and presented along with related proof from the Qur'an and the Sunnah. Learners are required to recite the entire 29th Juzu' and memorize Soorat Al-Mursalaat and Soorat Al-Insaan. The biography of the Prophet (s) focusing on the events leading up to the Hijrah constitutes the Seerah section. The biography of Abu-Bakr (ra) is discussed in this section as well. Salah and its prerequisites, pillars, obligatory acts, and all other relevant aspects represent the learning content for the Religious Observances learning area. The Morals and Manners section deals with the remembrances said when entering and leaving the masjid as well as those uttered after Salah. The material is presented, using a spiral approach, where students revisit each area and study it in greater depth each year. The Teacher’s Manual contains tips for teaching each lesson, suggested Pedagogical practices and solutions to exercises and activities found in the Student’s Textbook and the Activity Book.

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.

This electronic book is the teacher's guide and resource material to IQRA' Sirah & Hadith Program for Grade 4 named the Wisdom of Our Prophet SAW .
This e-Book covers syllabi, details lessons plans, teaching strategies, proposed project work processes, informal checklists, quiz corner, portfolios, semester wise evaluation and answer keys to workbook activities.
Teachers will find it extremely helpful for their teaching experiences in the classrooms.

This electronic book is the teacher's guide and resource material to IQRA' Sirah & Hadith Program for Grade 2 named Our Prophet Muhammad Part 1: Life in Makkah.

This e-book covers syllabi, details lessons plans, teaching strategies, proposed project work processes, informal checklists, quiz corner, portfolios, semester wise evaluation and answer keys to workbook activities. Teachers will find it extremely helpful for their teaching experiences in the classrooms.

This electronic book is the teacher's guide and resource material to IQRA' Sirah & Hadith Program for Grade 1 titled Muhammad Rasulullah: The Last Prophet textbook. This e-book covers syllabi, details lessons plans, teaching strategies, proposed project work processes, informal checklists, quiz corner, portfolios, semester wise evaluation and answer keys to workbook activities. Teachers will find it extremely helpful for their teaching experiences in the classrooms.

This series is designed for teaching Islamic culture to young Muslims in non-Arabic 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.

Level 4 continues the Islamic Studies journey, enriching students’ understanding and love of Islam through stories, poems, illustrations and activities. Lesson presentation is creative, captivating student attention and using appropriate language to engage students. A wide range of carefully selected themes from Qur’an, Hadeeth, Seerah, faith, worship, and Islamic character are covered.

I Love Islam is a series of Islamic studies textbooks and workbooks that gradually introduces the Muslim student to the essentials of his faith, and bring to light the historic and cultural aspects of Islam. The series cover grades one through five, and include a student textbook and workbook as well as a teacher’s edition.

This parent/teacher guide is intended to assist instructors/parents throughout the teaching process. It guides the instructor/parent to focus on the main idea in the lesson, allowing them to effectively deliver the message to the student(s). The parent/teacher guide also provides key content summaries of each lesson and supplies answers to the critical thinking/study questions from the textbook.

At this level, the manifestation of the Greatness of Allah in and through the creation and the importance of ihsaan are emphasized. Qur'anic studies include the memorization and recitation of Soorat An-Naba' through Soorat Al-Inshiqaaq, together with basic explanations of these soorahs. Students are introduced to narratives of Prophet Muhammad (s). The worship section deals with the adhaan, obligatory times of prayer and the importance of performing salaah with congregation. Proper care of the masjid and other public property is stressed. The grade concludes with lessons on the importance of developing good manners towards one's neighbors and others. The material is presented, using a spiral approach, where students revisit each area and study it in greater depth each year. The Teacher's Manual contains tips for teaching each lesson, suggested pedagogical practices and solutions to exercises and activities found in the Student's Textbook and the Activity Book.

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.

This CD contains the following:

• Homework from the Islamic Studies textbook for all the grades
• Solutions and explanations for the homework as necessary
• Ready-to-print/edit exam questions in Microsoft Word format
• Question bank based on the textbook for all the grades
• Answers to the question bank
• Ready-to-print exam questions in pdf format
• Ready to print exam questions in PDF format
• PowerPoint slides of lessons in higher level textbooks*
• Attendance worksheet in Microsoft Excel
• Homework and exam score recording worksheet in Microsoft Excel
• Certificate template
• Report Card template
• Instructions on how to use mail merge to generate report cards

All of the materials on the CD-ROM are copyrighted. Limited classroom use is allowed for schools that have adopted the Weekend Learning textbooks.

*PowerPoint slides will be included on CDs meant for higher level classes.

Note: This CD can be used along with all “Revised and Enlarged Edition” textbooks (levels from 1 to 8). However, not all material included in this CD matches levels 9 and 10.