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

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

Prophet Muhammad's (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 Prophet Muhammad (s) in the Qur'an. Then we turn to the most trusted hadeeth in Saheeh Bukhari, Saheeh Muslim, and other compilations of authentic hadeeth. Next we turn to the reports of Ibn Is-haq, Seerat Al-Nabawiyyah (The Prophet's Life) book by Ibn Hisham, and the book 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's (s) life story. It is needless to note that every biography of a great personality includes some unauthentic reports, and that of Prophet Muhammad (s) is no exception. However, the publisher has tried their utmost best to present to their learners the most authentic account of the seerah as taken from its best and most authentic sources. The purpose of studying Prophet Muhammad's (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:

• Knowing the Prophet's (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 (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 (s) guidance and way of life.
• We can learn the fiqh rules with examples from the Prophet's (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 us a practical way to make da'wa (inviting people to Islam).
• The Prophet's (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.

The “Learning Islam 3” is planned for students in eighth grade or equivalent setting. It is best for students who studied Islamic Studies through “Learning Islam 1 & 2” in sixth and seventh grades and “I Love Islam” series in their primary years 1st to 5th. This volume contains lessons that cover lively character building themes extracted from the Qur’an, Hadeeth, faith, Seerah and other authentic sources. The Islamic themes and concepts are presented in an exciting and creative manner. The book includes six units and around forty chapters and lessons.

The units’ titles are:

1. Allah Controls the World: The Belief in Al-Qadar
2. Portraits of Faith: The Stories of Zakariyya, Yahya, Maryam and ‘Isa
3. Beautiful Worships: The Rules of Siyam and Hajj
4. Islam Prevails over Arabia
5. As-Sunnah: The other Divine Revelation
6. Leading a Pure Life Style

Each chapter includes the outlines, relevant Islamic vocabulary, succinct and objective material, and relevant stories. To make the material meaningful and action oriented, the themes of the book are supported by highlighted passages from the Qur’an and relevant Hadeeth of the Prophet.Additionally, the “Faith in Action” sections encourage students to put what they learn in every chapter into actions. Pictures, illustrations and brilliant layout design makes studying Islam an exciting endeavor for students of this age group. The review sections encourage students to consolidate their knowledge and to analyze and discuss concepts.

The "Islamic Studies" series of books by the prolific writer and scholar Dr. Bilal Philips are part of a meticulously written series intended to guide young Muslims in a manner that helps them acquire a thorough practical and spiritual foundation. This series have been generally acknowledged as an excellent introduction set to the principles of the Islamic faith, with core sciences discussed and explored, for both the new Muslim as well as the "old" Muslim wishing to brush up on the fundamentals. The series equip the young believer with reliable information, based purely on the Qur'an and Sunnah, about the tenets of Islam as well as introduce him to some of the fundamental fields of learning, like the sciences of 'Aqidah, haddith, Tafsir, and Fiqh. These volumes dedicated to the understanding of Tawhid, Tafsir, Haddith and Fiqh for older students where each volume consists of number of lessons and tests. Dr. Bilal draws the student's attention to the world around him and compares and contrasts the wisdom of Allah with what is currently enacted or believed in today's society. An excellent curriculum which speaks to youth in the language and concepts they understand. The Islamic Studies Book 4 is a part of 4 primarily books designed for high school (secondary) school students (ages 12-18) and to identify and build Islamic character. This meticulously written series intended to guide young Muslims in a manner that helps them acquire a thorough practical and spiritual foundation. The series equip the young believer with reliable information, based purely on the Qur'an and Sunnah, about the tenets of Islam as well as introduce him to some of the fundamental fields of learning, like the Sciences of 'Aqidah, Haddith, Tafsir, and Fiqh where these are presented in simple language. It is also suitable for new-Muslims and adults seeking an easy explanation of the basic areas of Islamic disciplines. All texts are supported by evidence from the Quran and authentic haddith.

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. 10: Surahs Al-Mujadilah, Al-Hashr, Al-Mumtahanah, As-Saff, Al-Jumu'ah, Al-Munafiqoon, At-Taghabun, At-Talaq, At-Tahrim, Al-Mulk, Al-Qalam, Al-Haaqqah, Al-Ma'arij, Nooh, Al-Jinn, Al-Muzzammil, Al-Muddaththir, Al-Qiyamah, Al-Insan, Al-Mursalat, An-Naba', An-Nazi'at, Abasa, At-Takwir, Al-Infitar, Al-Mutaffifin, Al-Inshiqaq, Al-Burooj, At-Tariq, Al-'A'ala, Al-Ghashiya, Al-Fajr, Al-Balad, Ash-Shams, Al-Layl, Ad-Dhuha, As-Sharh, At-Tin, Al-'alaq, Al-Qadr, Al-Bayyinah, Az-Zalzalah, Al-'adiyat, Al-Qari'ah, At-Takathur, Al-Asr, Al-Humazah, Al-Fil, Quraish, Al-Ma'un, Al-Kauther, Al-Kafiroon, An-Nasr, Al-Masad, Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq and An-Nas

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.