Introduction to Islamic Studies
Ages 7–10: 21 illustrated English lessons with interactive practice, stories, practical activities and a final learning project.
Overview
A guided introduction to Islamic Studies for children aged 7–10. Explore faith, worship, Quran, the Prophet’s life and everyday character through 21 substantial English lessons, original illustrations and interactive practice.
Each lesson includes short reading sections, picture questions, a visual summary, a fictional everyday story, two H5P question sets, recall cards and a practical activity. Allow about 30 minutes per lesson, with breaks and adult help as needed. The final project can take 45 minutes or be spread across two sessions.
Our learning journey
- Introduction to Islam — 7 lessons
- The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) — 3 lessons
- The Quran — 3 lessons
- Ethics and Morality in Islam — 3 lessons
- Salah (Prayer) — 2 lessons
- Islamic Holidays and Celebrations — 2 lessons
- Assessment — 1 lesson
Learning with support
Children may speak, draw or write their responses. Arabic recitation and practical prayer are introduced with guidance for practice alongside a parent or teacher. English explanations include key Arabic terms; this is not a fully bilingual course.
Practice and review
There are 105 practice questions and 63 recall cards across 63 H5P activities. Children can retry without time pressure. Practice scores do not determine course completion. The final six-part mini-book, poster or spoken presentation includes an adult review guide and a practical habit to continue.
Curriculum
Curriculum
- 7 Sections
- 21 Lessons
- Lifetime
- Introduction to Islam7 ItemsRead, explore, practise and reflect. Ages 7–10; adult guidance where needed.
- 1.1What is Islam?30 Minutes
- 1.2The Five Pillars of Islam30 Minutes
- 1.3The Shahada (Declaration of Faith)30 Minutes
- 1.4The Importance of Prayer (Salah)30 Minutes
- 1.5The Significance of Fasting (Sawm) During Ramadan30 Minutes
- 1.6The Importance of Charity (Zakat)30 Minutes
- 1.7The Significance of Pilgrimage (Hajj) to Mecca30 Minutes
- The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)3 ItemsRead, explore, practise and reflect. Ages 7–10; adult guidance where needed.
- The Quran3 ItemsRead, explore, practise and reflect. Ages 7–10; adult guidance where needed.
- Ethics and Morality in Islam3 ItemsRead, explore, practise and reflect. Ages 7–10; adult guidance where needed.
- Salah (Prayer)2 ItemsRead, explore, practise and reflect. Ages 7–10; adult guidance where needed.
- Islamic Holidays and Celebrations2 ItemsRead, explore, practise and reflect. Ages 7–10; adult guidance where needed.
- Assessment1 ItemRead, explore, practise and reflect. Ages 7–10; adult guidance where needed.
Instructor
Requirements
- Suitable for ages 7–10; no previous Islamic Studies knowledge required.
- A parent, carer or teacher to support reading, Arabic pronunciation and practical worship.
Features
- 21 substantial illustrated lessons across the existing course plan
- 63 H5P activities: 105 questions and 63 recall cards
- Picture tasks, visual summaries, stories and practical activities
- Final six-part project with an adult review guide
Target audiences
- Children aged 7–10 beginning Islamic Studies







