Attributes of Allah Islamic Religious Studies Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8
Lesson Plan: Attributes of Allah
Subject: Islamic Religious Studies
Class: Primary 1
Term: First Term
Week: 8
Age: 6 years
Topic: Attributes of Allah
Sub-topic: Al-Khaliq, Ar-Rabb, Ar-Rahman, Ar-Rahim
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Recite the attributes of Allah.
- Relate these attributes to how they affect humans.
- Memorize these attributes of Allah with their meanings.
Key Words
- Al-Khaliq
- Ar-Rabb
- Ar-Rahman
- Ar-Rahim
- Attributes
- Creator
Set Induction
Begin with a short story about Allah’s attributes and their significance in our lives.
Entry Behaviour
Pupils may have heard about Allah’s attributes from their parents or in previous lessons.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Flashcards with the attributes and their meanings
- Whiteboard and markers
- Audio recordings of the attributes
- Internet resources: www.pinterest.com
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
Discuss the concept of Allah’s attributes and how they reflect in our daily lives.
Embedded Core Skills
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Creativity and imagination
- Digital literacy
Instructional Materials
- Flashcards with the attributes and their meanings
- Whiteboard and markers
Content
- Attributes of Allah:
- Al-Khaliq: The Creator
- Ar-Rabb: The Sustainer
- Ar-Rahman: The Most Gracious
- Ar-Rahim: The Most Merciful
- Meaning and Significance:
- Al-Khaliq: Allah created everything in the universe. (Relate to the creation of humans, animals, and nature)
- Ar-Rabb: Allah takes care of all creation. (Relate to how Allah provides for us and helps us grow)
- Ar-Rahman: Allah shows immense kindness to all His creation. (Relate to the blessings we receive every day)
- Ar-Rahim: Allah shows special mercy to the believers. (Relate to forgiveness and compassion)
- Memorization:
- Techniques for memorizing the attributes and their meanings.
- Importance of knowing and understanding these attributes.
Presentation
Step 1: Revision of Previous Topic
- Briefly review the six articles of faith.
Step 2: Introduction of New Topic
- Introduce the new topic: “Attributes of Allah” using flashcards.
Step 3: Student Contributions and Corrections
- Encourage pupils to recite the attributes.
- Use group activities to relate the attributes to human life.
- Guide pupils in memorizing the attributes with their meanings.
Teacher’s Activities
- Present each attribute using flashcards.
- Explain the meaning and significance of each attribute.
- Facilitate group discussions on how these attributes affect humans.
- Lead memorization exercises.
Learners’ Activities
- Listen to the teacher and repeat the attributes.
- Participate in group activities to discuss the significance.
- Practice memorizing the attributes individually and in pairs.
Assessment
- Oral questions to assess recitation.
- Group activities to assess understanding of significance.
- Memorization checks to assess retention.
Evaluation Questions
- What does Al-Khaliq mean?
- How does Ar-Rabb affect our daily lives?
- Explain the significance of Ar-Rahman.
- What is the meaning of Ar-Rahim?
- Recite the attribute Al-Khaliq.
- Why is it important to know these attributes of Allah?
- How does Ar-Rahman show in our lives?
- What does Ar-Rabb provide for us?
- How does Ar-Rahim reflect in our actions?
- Recite all four attributes of Allah.
Conclusion
- The teacher goes around to check pupils’ understanding.
- Gives feedback and corrects mistakes.
- Ends with a recitation of the attributes together.
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