At-Tashahud (The word of Testimony) Islamic Religious Studies Primary 2 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Subject: Islamic Religious Studies
Class: Primary 2
Term: Second Term
Week: 8
Topic: At-Tashahud (The Word of Testimony)
Sub-topic: Meaning, Significance, Recitation
Duration: 45 minutes

Entry Behaviour: Students are expected to recall the basic components of prayer and share any knowledge they have about expressing beliefs in Islam.

Key Words:

• At-Tashahud
• Testimony
• Belief
• Allah
• Prophet Muhammad
• Recite
• Prayer
• Faith

Behavioural Objectives: By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

1. Define At-Tashahud.
2. Explain the significance of At-Tashahud.
3. Recite the At-Tashahud text.
4. Identify when and where to recite At-Tashahud during prayer.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Listening
• Speaking
• Memorization

Learning Materials:

• Prayer mats
• Visual aids (images of prayer positions)
• Whiteboard and markers
• At-Tashahud text written on the board

Content:

Alright, kids! 🌈 Today, we’ll learn about At-Tashahud, which is like a special message we say during prayers. 🤲 It’s a way to show our love and belief in Allah.

Imagine you’re saying, “I bear witness that there is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is His messenger.” 🕋 This is At-Tashahud! 🌟 It’s like promising to be good and follow Allah’s teachings.

So, when you pray, remember these words and what they mean. It’s like a special talk with Allah! 🤗

At-Tashahud, or the Testimony, is a special part of Muslim prayers where we express our beliefs. The words are:

“I bear witness that there is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is His messenger.”

This means we believe in one God, Allah, and we follow the teachings of Prophet Muhammad. At-Tashahud is significant because it reminds us of our faith and commitment to Allah.

Recite At-Tashahud in the second unit of your prayer, while sitting after the Tashahhud, facing the Kaaba in Mecca. It’s like sharing your beliefs directly with Allah. 🤲🕌

1. At-Tashahud is a special part of __________ prayers. a) Morning b) Evening c) Muslim d) Sunday
2. The words of At-Tashahud express belief in __________. a) Many gods b) Prophet Muhammad c) Personal desires d) None of the above
3. The complete phrase in At-Tashahud is, “I bear witness that there is no god but __________.” a) Me b) Allah c) Everyone d) The sun
4. What does At-Tashahud remind us of? a) Our favorite food b) Our faith and commitment to Allah c) Playing games d) Sleeping
5. When reciting At-Tashahud, you should be __________. a) Standing b) Sitting c) Running d) Jumping
6. At-Tashahud is recited in the __________ unit of the prayer. a) First b) Second c) Third d) Fourth
7. The direction faced while reciting At-Tashahud is towards __________. a) The North b) The South c) The East d) The West
8. At-Tashahud is like a special __________ with Allah. a) Dance b) Song c) Talk d) Game
9. The phrase “There is no god but Allah” emphasizes __________. a) Our love for animals b) Our belief in one God c) Our favorite color d) Our dislike for school
10. At-Tashahud is a way to show our love and belief in __________. a) Ourselves b) Prophet Muhammad c) Our friends d) Television
11. Where is the Kaaba located? a) Mecca b) Medina c) Cairo d) Istanbul
12. At-Tashahud is recited while __________ in the prayer. a) Standing b) Bowing c) Sitting d) Lying down
13. What is the significance of At-Tashahud? a) Reminding us of our favorite food b) Showing our commitment to Allah c) Ignoring prayers d) Playing games
14. The complete phrase in At-Tashahud mentions __________ as Allah’s messenger. a) Moses b) Abraham c) Muhammad d) Jesus
15. Recite At-Tashahud while sitting __________. a) On a chair b) Cross-legged c) On your head d) On your hands

Presentation

1. Introduction (5 mins):
   • Revision of the previous topic: Basics of Islamic prayer.
2. New Topic Introduction (10 mins):
   • Definition of At-Tashahud: Special words said during prayers.
   • Significance: Expressing belief in one God (Allah) and Prophet Muhammad.
3. Text Recitation (10 mins):
   • Students will practice reciting the At-Tashahud text together.
   • Emphasis on pronunciation and understanding of the words.
4. When and Where to Recite (5 mins):
   • Explanation of when (in the second unit) and where (while sitting) to recite At-Tashahud during prayer.
5. Teacher’s Activities:
   • Use visual aids to illustrate prayer positions.
   • Encourage student participation in reciting the text.
6. Learners Activities:
   • Practice reciting the At-Tashahud text individually and in groups.
   • Demonstrate the correct prayer positions.
7. Assessment (5 mins):
   • Question and answer session to check understanding.
   • Observation of students’ participation in activities.
8. Evaluation :
   1. What is At-Tashahud?
   2. Why is At-Tashahud significant in Islam?
   3. Can you recite the At-Tashahud text?
   4. When do we recite At-Tashahud during prayer?
   5. Where should you be while reciting At-Tashahud?
   6. Name one key word associated with At-Tashahud.
   7. What is the main focus of At-Tashahud?
   8. How does At-Tashahud express our beliefs?
   9. Explain one embedded core skill in this lesson.
   10. Why is it important to know when and where to recite At-Tashahud?

Conclusion (5 mins): The teacher goes around to assess students’ understanding, provide feedback, and reinforce key points about At-Tashahud. Homework assignment: Practice reciting the At-Tashahud text at home.