A modern series that teaches the principles and manners of the Islamic religion in English. The subjects in this series are varied to include The Holy Quran, Sunnah, the Islamic Creed, the biography of Prophet Mohammad (peace be upon him) and acts of worship. It features practical meanings of ethics and worship through activities, stories and pictures that clarify the meanings to make education fun and exciting!

This series fulfills the needs of schools in Islamic communities situated in foreign countries.

For example, the subjects of the first level in the book suits the age level it addresses regarding the content and demonstration method. It presents Surahs, Ayahs and Hadiths in Arabic. It also clarifies the pronunciation in English letters, demonstrative pictures and illustrative drawings. In addition, it features distinctive exercises that suit this age group.

Each level includes a student’s book and exercises book.

This series presents the study of Islam in an attractive, comprehensive format for children. Islamic studies enables children to view Islam in all its aspects and to accept it as a way of life; Basics of Islam aims to do just that.

This textbook guides children in various activities of their world, whether at school or home. A complete guide to correct behavior and etiquette in various stages of life, this series moulds children’s attitudes and is guaranteed to become a trusted companion during the transitional and delicate period of their teens. It refines habits and manners, creating a rich and endearing personality. The process of learning includes knowledge, understanding, acceptance, and implementation of concepts.

A sure key to success, this series discusses topics in a vocabulary familiar to children. Part 4 features large text and colorful illustrations that will capture the attention of young readers. This textbook is written in easy-to-understand English text with occasional Arabic script for supplications and selections of Qur’an. Topics include the respect to other people and nature, the beginning of the Islamic new year, and more. It is an invaluable teaching aid for teachers and parents. Multi-colored pages inside.

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 Activity Book engages the student in additional activities on the same lessons dealt with in the Student's Textbook. The difference is that the activities in the Activity Book are more analysis - and - synthesis based, than simple recall type activities. There is also a more practical aspect aligned to activities in 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 course has been designed to present students with a comprehensive Islamic education, comprising general Islamic knowledge based on the Quran and hadith. Moral principles are not taught directly but 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. 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.

Features:

• A focus on learning through communication
• Development of critical thinking skills
• Discusses the culture of the language in an attractive and objective way
• Presents real-life situations
• Islamic themes

Grade 4 covers a variety of topics, including Ar-Rahmaan ar-Rahmeen; Surat al-Faatihah; reward and punishment; halal food and drink; Sunnah acts of salat; 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.

The Level 4 book is intended for children ages 8–11 who have completed the Level 3 book from Weekend Learning or who have a similar knowledge base of Islam. This is their third or fourth year in a formal Islamic class. All lessons in this book are thematically presented in distinct units. Topics in the Level 4 book are diverse and are presented with greater detail.

Learning about Allāh remains an important focus of the entire series, as well as the life of Nabi Muhammad. The unit on how Islam changed Arabia takes a closer look at the life of Nabi Muhammad before and after receiving divine revelations. With the ritual duties becoming obligatory to students in this age group, several topics on the Fiqh of salāt are introduced. The lives of the four Khalīfas are covered in greater detail in order to explain their contributions to Islam. Several moral-building lessons are also included.

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 2 covers surat from the 30th juz, prayer and fasting, and Islamic manners.

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