At-Taharah: Cleanliness in Islam Primary 1 Islamic Religious Studies

Lesson Plan: At-Taharah – Cleanliness in Islam

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Subject: Islamic Religious Studies
Class: Primary 1
Term: Second Term
Week: 2
Age: 5–6 years
Topic: At-Taharah: Cleanliness in Islam
Sub-topic: The Importance of Cleanliness in Islam
Duration: 40 minutes

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Behavioral Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Define cleanliness in Islam.
2. Explain the importance of cleanliness.
3. Mention examples of cleanliness in daily life.
4. Demonstrate simple acts of cleanliness.

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Keywords

• At-Taharah
• Cleanliness
• Purity
• Hygiene

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Set Induction

The teacher shows a clean and a dirty plate, asking pupils which one they would prefer to eat from and why.

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Entry Behavior

Pupils know how to clean their hands before meals and after using the toilet.

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Learning Resources and Materials

• Pictures of clean and dirty environments
• Handwashing soap and water
• A clean prayer mat

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Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Pupils are familiar with washing their hands and wearing clean clothes to school.

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Embedded Core Skills

• Hygiene and safety practices
• Critical thinking
• Communication

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Learning Materials

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Relevant Hadith references

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Instructional Materials

• Flashcards with cleanliness-related words
• Pictures showing acts of cleanliness
• Soap and a basin of water

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Content

Meaning of At-Taharah

1. At-Taharah means cleanliness or purity in Islam.
2. It involves keeping the body, clothes, and surroundings clean.
3. It is an important act of worship in Islam.

Importance of Cleanliness in Islam

1. Allah loves those who are clean and pure.
2. Cleanliness is a part of faith (Hadith).
3. It is necessary for performing prayers (Salah).
4. It prevents diseases and promotes good health.

Examples of Cleanliness

1. Washing hands before eating.
2. Bathing regularly.
3. Wearing clean clothes.
4. Keeping the toilet clean.
5. Sweeping and keeping the house tidy.

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Presentation Steps

1. Introduction:
   • The teacher revises the previous topic on Allah’s blessings and asks if pupils enjoy being in a clean environment.
2. Development:
   • Step 1: Teacher defines At-Taharah and explains its importance.
   • Step 2: Teacher discusses examples of cleanliness in daily life.
   • Step 3: Teacher demonstrates how to wash hands properly.
3. Interaction:
   • Pupils are encouraged to share how they practice cleanliness at home.
4. Practice:
   • Pupils practice handwashing under the teacher’s supervision.

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Teacher’s Activities

1. Explain the meaning of At-Taharah.
2. Discuss the importance of cleanliness in Islam.
3. Demonstrate simple acts of cleanliness like handwashing.
4. Provide corrections where necessary.

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Learners’ Activities

1. Listen to the teacher and answer questions.
2. Identify examples of cleanliness in their lives.
3. Participate in the handwashing activity.

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Assessment

Evaluation Questions

1. What does At-Taharah mean?
2. Mention two reasons why cleanliness is important in Islam.
3. Name three examples of cleanliness.
4. Why do we wash our hands before eating?
5. What should we do to keep our clothes clean?

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Class Activity Discussion

Fill in the blanks (with options):

1. At-Taharah means ___ (a) cleanliness (b) eating (c) playing
2. Allah loves those who are ___ (a) dirty (b) clean (c) lazy
3. Cleanliness is part of ___ (a) Islam (b) faith (c) kindness
4. We wash our hands ___ eating (a) before (b) after (c) while
5. To perform Salah, we must be ___ (a) clean (b) sick (c) late

FAQs

1. Q: What does At-Taharah mean? A: It means cleanliness or purity.
2. Q: Why is cleanliness important in Islam? A: Because it is part of faith and loved by Allah.
3. Q: Can we pray without being clean? A: No, we must be clean to pray.

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Conclusion

The teacher checks pupils’ handwashing skills, provides feedback, and emphasizes that cleanliness brings them closer to Allah.