ICO Islamic Studies WorkBook: Grade 2 Part 1

Description

Building upon the two testimonies of the Shahaadah, students are introduced to the elements of faith. They increase their knowledge of the Quran through memorization and recitation of Soorat al-Burooj through Soorat Ash-Sharh with short explanations for each soorah. They learn additional characteristics of Prophet Muhammad (s) as well as the obligatory aspects of ablution. Practical lessons in the performance of prayer, as well as the appropriate number of rak’aat for each salah, are integral components of this grade. Students are also taught to respect the rights and property of their family, teachers, and others. The material is presented, using a spiral approach, where students revisit each area and study it in greater depth each year. The Activity Book, however, engages the student in additional activities on the same lessons dealt with in the Students 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 Technica