Tayammum: Purification without Water Islamic Religious Studies Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 9

Subject: Islamic Religious Studies
Class: Primary 3
Term: Second Term
Week: 9
Topic: Tayammum: Purification without Water
Duration: 45 minutes

Entry Behaviour: Students should have a basic understanding of Islamic teachings and practices.

Key Words: Islamic Religious Studies, Primary 3, Second Term, Tayammum, Purification, Water

Behavioural Objectives:

  1. Students will understand the concept of Tayammum and when it is performed.
  2. Students will learn the steps involved in performing Tayammum.
  3. Students will recognize the importance of Tayammum in situations where water is scarce or unavailable.

Embedded Core Skills:

  1. Critical thinking: Analyzing the importance of Tayammum in Islamic practice.
  2. Motor skills: Practicing the physical actions involved in performing Tayammum.
  3. Religious literacy: Understanding the significance of Tayammum in fulfilling religious obligations.

Learning Materials:

  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Pictures or illustrations demonstrating Tayammum
  • Islamic Religious Studies Textbook Book 3
  • Clean earth or sand for demonstration
  • Worksheets on Tayammum

Reference Books:

  • Lagos State Scheme of Work for Islamic Religious Studies
  • Islamic Religious Studies Textbook Book 3

Quran verses regarding purification and Tayammum:

  1. Surah An-Nisa (4:43): “O you who have believed, do not approach prayer while you are intoxicated until you know what you are saying or in a state of janabah, except those passing through [a place of prayer], until you have washed [your whole body]. And if you are ill or on a journey or one of you comes from the place of relieving himself or you have contacted women and find no water, then seek clean earth and wipe over your faces and hands [with it]. Indeed, Allah is ever Pardoning and Forgiving.”
  2. Surah Al-Ma’idah (5:6): “O you who have believed, when you rise to [perform] prayer, wash your faces and your forearms to the elbows and wipe over your heads and wash your feet to the ankles. And if you are in a state of janabah, then purify yourselves. But if you are ill or on a journey or one of you comes from the place of relieving himself or you have contacted women and do not find water, then seek clean earth and wipe over your faces and hands with it. Allah does not intend to make difficulty for you, but He intends to purify you and complete His favor upon you that you may be grateful.”
  3. Surah Al-Ma’idah (5:87): “O you who have believed, do not prohibit the good things which Allah has made lawful to you and do not transgress. Indeed, Allah does not like transgressors.”

These verses emphasize the importance of purification in Islam and provide guidance on performing Tayammum when water is unavailable or cannot be used.

Content:

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  1. Meaning of Tayammum:
    • Tayammum is a method of purification in Islam when water is not available or cannot be used for ablution (Wudu) or ghusl (ritual bath).
  2. Reasons for Tayammum:
    • Sometimes, water may not be accessible due to traveling, illness, or lack of clean water. In such situations, Tayammum becomes necessary.
  3. How Tayammum is Performed:
    • Tayammum involves gently striking clean earth or sand with the palms of the hands and then wiping the face and hands with the palms.
  4. Items Used in Tayammum:
    • Clean earth or sand is used for Tayammum. It should be free from impurities like urine or feces.
  5. Things that Spoil Tayammum:
    • If clean earth or sand is not available, or if water becomes available after performing Tayammum, then Tayammum becomes invalid and ablution (Wudu) with water is required.

Class Discussions:

  1. What is Tayammum?
    • Tayammum is a way Muslims can perform purification when water is not available or cannot be used.
  2. When do we perform Tayammum?
    • Tayammum is performed when water is scarce or when using water for ablution is harmful or not possible.
  3. How is Tayammum done?
    • To perform Tayammum, one gently strikes clean earth or sand with their hands, then wipes their face and hands with it.
  4. What do we use for Tayammum?
    • We use clean earth or sand for Tayammum. It should be free from impurities like urine or feces.
  5. Why do we perform Tayammum?
    • We perform Tayammum when we cannot find water or when using water is not suitable due to illness or other reasons.
  6. Can we perform Tayammum instead of Wudu (ablution) or ghusl (ritual bath)?
    • Yes, Tayammum can be performed instead of Wudu or ghusl when water is not available or cannot be used.
  7. What should we do if water becomes available after performing Tayammum?
    • If water becomes available after performing Tayammum, we should perform Wudu with water.
  8. Can we perform Tayammum if we have water but it is not clean?
    • Yes, if water is available but not clean, or if using it is harmful, Tayammum can be performed instead.
  9. Is Tayammum valid if we use dirty earth or sand?
    • No, Tayammum is only valid if clean earth or sand is used. It should be free from impurities.
  10. Can Tayammum be performed anytime and anywhere?
    • Yes, Tayammum can be performed anytime and anywhere when water is not available or cannot be used for purification.

Evaluation :

  1. Tayammum is performed when ______ is not available or cannot be used for ablution. a) food
    b) water
    c) toys
    d) books
  2. To perform Tayammum, one gently strikes ______ with their hands. a) air
    b) clean earth or sand
    c) walls
    d) fruits
  3. After striking clean earth or sand, one wipes their ______ and hands with it. a) feet
    b) face
    c) ears
    d) knees
  4. Tayammum is done when water is ______ or when using it is not possible. a) clean
    b) scarce
    c) dirty
    d) abundant
  5. Clean earth or sand used for Tayammum should be free from ______ like urine or feces. a) water
    b) impurities
    c) toys
    d) colors
  6. Tayammum can be performed instead of ______ or ghusl when water is not available. a) eating
    b) sleeping
    c) Wudu
    d) playing
  7. If water becomes available after Tayammum, one should perform ______ with water. a) cooking
    b) dancing
    c) Wudu
    d) singing
  8. Tayammum can be done when using water is ______ due to illness or other reasons. a) harmful
    b) helpful
    c) easy
    d) fun
  9. Tayammum is performed by ______ clean earth or sand with the palms of the hands. a) hitting
    b) ignoring
    c) washing
    d) smelling
  10. If clean earth or sand is not available, Tayammum cannot be ______. a) seen
    b) performed
    c) tasted
    d) bought
  11. Tayammum is a way Muslims can perform ______ when water is scarce. a) Wudu
    b) prayer
    c) dancing
    d) reading
  12. Clean earth or sand used for Tayammum should be ______ from impurities. a) full
    b) empty
    c) free
    d) colored
  13. Tayammum is a ______ act of worship in Islam. a) optional
    b) forbidden
    c) mandatory
    d) boring
  14. We perform Tayammum when water is not ______ or cannot be used for purification. a) clean
    b) dirty
    c) available
    d) tasty
  15. Tayammum can be done ______ when water is not accessible. a) anytime
    b) never
    c) sometimes
    d) rarely

Presentation:

  1. Step 1 (Revision): The teacher revises the previous topic by asking students questions about Islamic purification rituals, such as Wudu. The Importance of Salat Islamic Religious Studies Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 8
  2. Step 2 (Introduction of New Topic): The teacher introduces the concept of Tayammum, explaining that it is a method of purification when water is not available or cannot be used.
  3. Step 3 (Teacher’s Activities):
    • The teacher explains the conditions under which Tayammum is performed, such as when water is scarce, or its use is harmful.
    • The teacher demonstrates the steps involved in performing Tayammum, including striking clean earth or sand and wiping the face and hands.
  4. Learners Activities:
    • Students practice the physical actions of Tayammum, mimicking the teacher’s demonstration.
    • Students engage in discussions about the situations in which Tayammum is necessary and its significance in Islamic practice.

Assessment:

  • The teacher assesses students’ understanding through class discussions, participation in activities, and responses to questions.
  • The teacher evaluates students’ ability to explain the steps involved in Tayammum and its importance in fulfilling religious obligations.

Evaluation Questions:

  1. What is Tayammum, and when is it performed?
  2. Explain the conditions under which Tayammum is necessary.
  3. Describe the steps involved in performing Tayammum.
  4. Why is Tayammum important in Islam?
  5. Can Tayammum be performed instead of Wudu? Why or why not?
  6. What materials are used in Tayammum?
  7. When should Tayammum be performed instead of using water for purification?
  8. What should you do if water becomes available after performing Tayammum?
  9. How does Tayammum help Muslims fulfill their religious obligations?
  10. Can you demonstrate the steps of Tayammum?

Conclusion:

  • The teacher goes round to mark students’ participation and understanding of Tayammum. Any misconceptions are addressed, and students are encouraged to practice Tayammum correctly when necessary.