Learning the pronunciation of the Arabic Alphabets with objects from Alif to Sad Primary 1 Islamic Religious Studies

Learning the pronunciation of the Arabic Alphabets with objects from Alif to Sad Primary 1 Islamic Religious Studies

Lesson Plan Presentation

Subject: Islamic Religious Studies

Class: Primary 1

Term: Second Term

Week: 2

Topic: Learning the Pronunciation of the Arabic Alphabets with Objects from Alif to Sad

Sub-topic: Recognizing Arabic Alphabets and Associated Objects

Duration: 40 minutes

Entry Behaviour: Students are expected to recall the previous lesson on basic Arabic greetings and show interest in learning more about Arabic letters.

Key Words: Alphabets, Pronunciation, Arabic, Objects, Alif to Sad

Behavioural Objectives:

  • Students will identify and pronounce Arabic alphabets from Alif to Sad.
  • Students will associate each Arabic letter with a corresponding object.
  • Students will demonstrate improved pronunciation skills.

Embedded Core Skills:

  • Language development
  • Listening and speaking skills
  • Visual recognition
  • Memory recall

Learning Materials:

  • Flashcards with Arabic letters and associated objects
  • Pictures of objects related to each Arabic letter
  • Whiteboard and markers

Content

No.Arabic LetterArabic Symbol
1Alif (ا)ا
2Baa (ب)ب
3Taa (ت)ت
4Thaa (ث)ث
5Jeem (ج)ج
6Haa (ح)ح
7Khaa (خ)خ
8Dal (د)د
9Thal (ذ)ذ
10Raa (ر)ر
11Zay (ز)ز
12Seen (س)س
13Sheen (ش)ش
14Saad (ص)ص
15Daad (ض)ض
16Taa (ط)ط
17Zaa (ظ)ظ
18Ain (ع)ع
19Ghayn (غ)غ
20Fa (ف)ف
21Qaaf (ق)ق
22Kaaf (ك)ك
23Laam (ل)ل
24Meem (م)م
25Noon (ن)ن
26Haa (هـ)هـ
27Waaw (و)و
28Yaa (ي)ي

Note: This table includes the Arabic letter, its transliteration (how it sounds in English), and the corresponding Arabic symbol

 

  1. Alif is represented by the Arabic symbol ___.
    • a) ا
    • b) ب
    • c) ت
    • d) ث
  2. Baa is associated with the English sound ___.
    • a) “b” in “book”
    • b) “t” in “table”
    • c) “d” in “duck”
    • d) “m” in “moon”
  3. Thaa is symbolized by ___ in Arabic.
    • a) ظ
    • b) ح
    • c) ث
    • d) ر
  4. The Arabic symbol for Seen is ___.
    • a) ب
    • b) س
    • c) ض
    • d) ع
  5. Sheen sounds like the “sh” in ___.
    • a) ship
    • b) cat
    • c) hat
    • d) dog
  6. Saad is associated with the English word ___.
    • a) lion
    • b) snake
    • c) elephant
    • d) shower
  7. The Arabic symbol for Taa is ___.
    • a) ط
    • b) ظ
    • c) خ
    • d) ذ
  8. Kaaf is pronounced like the “k” in ___.
    • a) cup
    • b) book
    • c) hat
    • d) moon
  9. Raa is represented by the symbol ___ in Arabic.
    • a) ر
    • b) ح
    • c) ز
    • d) ص
  10. Ghayn has a unique ___ sound.
    • a) “g” in “goat”
    • b) throaty
    • c) “f” in “flower”
    • d) “s” in “snake”
  11. Zay sounds like the “z” in ___.
    • a) zoo
    • b) elephant
    • c) cat
    • d) ocean
  12. Dal is symbolized by ___ in Arabic.
    • a) د
    • b) ظ
    • c) ج
    • d) ذ
  13. The Arabic symbol for Fa is ___.
    • a) ف
    • b) ص
    • c) ط
    • d) ظ
  14. Haa is associated with the English word ___.
    • a) flower
    • b) mountain
    • c) house
    • d) moon
  15. What is the English sound associated with Meem?
    • a) “m” in “moon”
    • b) “h” in “hat”
    • c) “s” in “snake”
    • d) “r” in “rose”

Presentation:

  1. Recap of Previous Lesson: Greetings in Arabic
  2. Introduction of New Topic:
    • Explain the importance of learning Arabic alphabets.
    • Highlight that Arabic letters have unique sounds and are associated with specific objects.
  3. Teacher’s Activities:
    • Step 1: Revise the previous topic (Greetings in Arabic).
    • Step 2: Introduce the new topic, emphasizing the significance of learning Arabic alphabets with objects.
  4. Learners’ Activities:
    • Step 1: Engage students in recalling basic Arabic greetings.
    • Step 2: Encourage students to express their curiosity about Arabic letters.

Assessment:

  • Observe students’ participation and engagement during the introduction.
  • Use flashcards to check if students can identify and pronounce Arabic letters correctly.

 Evaluation:

  1. What is the new topic we are learning today?
  2. Can you name the first Arabic alphabet?
  3. How is Alif pronounced, and what object is associated with it?
  4. Identify the Arabic letter that sounds like the “b” in “book.”
  5. What is the unique sound of Thaa, and what object is related to it?
  6. Give an example of an object associated with the Arabic letter Jeem.
  7. Say the sound of Khaa and imagine a related object.
  8. Which Arabic letter is associated with the sound “sh” in “ship”?
  9. Demonstrate the pronunciation of Saad, and name an object linked to it.
  10. What did you learn about Arabic letters and objects today?

Conclusion:

  • The teacher goes around to mark students’ engagement and understanding.
  • Reinforce the importance of practicing Arabic pronunciation at home.

Note: Ensure to use visuals and interactive methods to keep the lesson engaging and age-appropriate for Primary 1 students.