Al-Khaliq, Ar-Rabb, Ar-Rahman, Ar-Rahim Islamic Religious Studies Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes 11

Lesson Plan: Attributes of Allah

Subject: Islamic Religious Studies
Class: Primary 1
Term: First Term
Week: 11
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:

1. Recite the attributes of Allah: Al-Khaliq, Ar-Rabb, Ar-Rahman, Ar-Rahim.
2. Relate these attributes of Allah to how they affect humans.
3. Memorize these attributes of Allah with their meanings.

Key Words

• Attributes
• Allah
• Al-Khaliq
• Ar-Rabb
• Ar-Rahman
• Ar-Rahim

Set Induction

Begin with a short rhyme or song about the attributes of Allah to engage the pupils.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils may have heard about the attributes of Allah in previous lessons or from their families.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Cardboard with the names of Allah written
• Internet resources: www.ourmuslimhomeschool.com, www.mamateachesme.com

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Discuss briefly what the pupils know about Allah’s attributes and how they relate to their daily lives.

Embedded Core Skills

• Communication
• Collaboration
• Critical thinking
• Problem-solving
• Creativity and imagination
• Digital literacy

Instructional Materials

• Cardboard with names of Allah
• Internet resources

Content

1. Attributes of Allah:
   • Al-Khaliq: The Creator of everything in the universe.
   • Ar-Rabb: The Sustainer who nurtures and cares for all creation.
   • Ar-Rahman: The Most Gracious, who shows abundant mercy to all beings.
   • Ar-Rahim: The Most Merciful, who shows special mercy to believers.
2. Relating Attributes to Humans:
   • Discuss how knowing Allah as Al-Khaliq inspires gratitude for creation.
   • Explore how understanding Ar-Rabb encourages trust in Allah’s provision.
   • Reflect on how Ar-Rahman and Ar-Rahim foster compassion and forgiveness among people.
3. Memorization with Meanings:
   • Teach the meanings of each attribute through stories or examples.
   • Practice reciting and memorizing the attributes together.

Presentation

Step 1: Revision of Previous Topic

• Briefly review the Prophets discussed in the previous lesson.

Step 2: Introduction of New Topic

• Introduce the attributes of Allah: Al-Khaliq, Ar-Rabb, Ar-Rahman, Ar-Rahim using visual aids.

Step 3: Student Contributions and Corrections

• Recite the attributes of Allah as a class.
• Discuss in small groups how these attributes affect human behavior and relationships.
• Individually, practice memorizing the attributes with their meanings.

Teacher’s Activities

• Present each attribute using visual aids and stories.
• Facilitate group discussions on the impact of these attributes.
• Guide pupils in memorization techniques.

Learners’ Activities

• Listen to the teacher and repeat the attributes.
• Participate in group discussions on the relevance of the attributes in daily life.
• Practice memorizing the attributes individually and in pairs.

Assessment

• Oral recitation to assess correct pronunciation and recall.
• Group discussions to assess understanding of the attributes’ impact.
• Individual memorization checks to assess retention.

Evaluation Questions

1. What does Al-Khaliq mean?
2. How does Ar-Rabb care for His creation?
3. Explain the difference between Ar-Rahman and Ar-Rahim.
4. How can knowing Allah’s attributes affect how we treat others?
5. Recite the attribute Ar-Rahman.
6. Why is it important to remember Allah as Ar-Rahim?
7. Give an example of how Ar-Rabb provides for humans.
8. What do we learn from Allah being Al-Khaliq?
9. Describe a situation where knowing Ar-Rahman can change someone’s behavior.
10. Why should we memorize Allah’s attributes?

Conclusion

• Review the attributes and meanings with the class.
• Provide positive feedback and corrections as needed.
• Conclude with a short prayer or reflection on Allah’s attributes.

More Useful Links

• Read the last three verses of Süratul-Fatihah Islamic Religious Studies Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 5
• Mid Term Test: First Term Review Islamic Religious Studies Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 7
• Learning Five Names of Prophets of Allah Mentioned in the Qur’an Islamic Religious Studies Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes 10