Inclusive Islam Curriculum Unit 7
Unit 7 introduces students to the idea that diversity is part of God’s design helping children learn to appreciate their own uniqueness. Throughout the unit, students will learn how people differ in many ways, including appearance, abilities, cultures, family structures, and beliefs, and how to show empathy, kindness, and respect for others, regardless of their differences. Students will also learn how Islam values peaceful coexistence and that the differences among people, including religious differences, are part of the richness of the world God created.
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God Made Me Special
In Lesson 1, students are introduced to the idea that God made each of us with love and purpose. They will explore what makes them special, including their talents, interests, and personality, and learn that these qualities are part of God’s unique design. Students will be encouraged to accept and love themselves as they are and will learn about the importance of caring for their bodies and minds as a way of honoring the gift of life.
In Lesson 1, students are introduced to the idea that God made each of us with love and purpose. They will explore what makes them special, including their talents, interests, and personality, and learn that these qualities are part of God’s unique design. Students will be encouraged to accept and love themselves as they are and will learn about the importance of caring for their bodies and minds as a way of honoring the gift of life.
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God Made Us Different and Unique
In Lesson 2, students will learn that all of God’s creations are unique and intentionally made. Students will also begin to observe and appreciate the differences and similarities between themselves and others, such as in appearance, abilities, and interests. Throughout the lesson, children will be reminded that these differences are part of God’s beautiful design, and that every person is equally valued and loved by God.
In Lesson 2, students will learn that all of God’s creations are unique and intentionally made. Students will also begin to observe and appreciate the differences and similarities between themselves and others, such as in appearance, abilities, and interests. Throughout the lesson, children will be reminded that these differences are part of God’s beautiful design, and that every person is equally valued and loved by God.
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Other Ways God Made People Different
In Lesson 3, students will explore the many ways people can be different beyond what we see. They will learn that families come in all shapes and sizes, and that people may follow different religions and belong to different cultures. The lesson also introduces the idea that people have different abilities and ways of learning or moving through the world, encouraging the students to be kind and respectful towards everyone they meet.
In Lesson 3, students will explore the many ways people can be different beyond what we see. They will learn that families come in all shapes and sizes, and that people may follow different religions and belong to different cultures. The lesson also introduces the idea that people have different abilities and ways of learning or moving through the world, encouraging the students to be kind and respectful towards everyone they meet.
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Diversity of Religions and Expressions
In Lesson 4, students will be introduced to the concept of religion as a way that people connect with God or the divine. They will learn that while religions may differ in beliefs and practices, many share common values such as kindness, compassion, and peace. The lesson emphasizes that everyone has the right to follow their own religion or belief, and that Islam encourages respect and peaceful coexistence with people of all faiths.
In Lesson 4, students will be introduced to the concept of religion as a way that people connect with God or the divine. They will learn that while religions may differ in beliefs and practices, many share common values such as kindness, compassion, and peace. The lesson emphasizes that everyone has the right to follow their own religion or belief, and that Islam encourages respect and peaceful coexistence with people of all faiths.
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O mankind, indeed we have created you from male and female and made you peoples and tribes that you may know one another. Indeed, the most noble of you in the sight of Allah is the most righteous of you. Indeed, Allah is Knowing and Acquainted.
Qur’an 49:13