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Worksheet
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Islamists Prepare for Egypt's Election

For Students 9th - 12th
Wether your class posts a blog response or simply answers these questions, they'll end up more informed about Egyptian politics and conflict. They read the attached article and then answer seven comprehension questions regarding Hosni...
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PPT
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Feudalism in Europe

For Teachers 7th - 9th
The politics, society, and economics of the Middle Ages were all shaped by the rise of European Feudalism. This presentation covers the Viking and Muslim attacks that lead to Feudalism, as well as the Manor, economics, and social class...
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Assessment
Stanford University

Siege of Golconda

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Looking at art, learners explore the Mughal Empire, which once controlled all of India and created a unique Hindu-Muslim civilization. By analyzing a painting of the Siege of Golconda, historians consider what art teaches people about...
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Lesson Plan
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Seeing the World in New Ways

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Young scholars examine the Muslim culture in Morocco. In this global studies lesson, students read Three Lessons by Craig Storti. Young scholars compare the culture of Morocco to their own as they write stories pertaining to lessons they...
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Lesson Plan
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FBI Counts Mosques

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students gather as much background as possible about this controversial FBI directive and what Muslim and civil liberties groups believe about it. They perform interviews with Muslim students to gather opinions and then form a conclusion...
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Lesson Plan
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Geometry and Islam: Religious Beliefs Made Visual

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students examine the importance of geometric patterns in Muslim countries. Using cutout patterns, they replicate the designs seen in Islam and color them. They put their completed designs on a bulletin board to show to the school.
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Worksheet
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Iran: 1960-1970

For Students 9th - 10th
High schoolers read a passage outlining changes that occurred in Iran after WWII, particularly the rise of Ayatollah Khomeini. They answer 5 comprehension questions.
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Lesson Plan
Foreign Policy Research Institute

Islam: A Bottom-Up Approach

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Islam is often discussed socio-politically rather than spiritually. Here, students read about this religion from primary and secondary sources including the Quran and a world religions book. They learn key terms in the context of the...
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Lesson Plan
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Celebrate With Henna Hands Lesson Plan

For Teachers 1st - 12th
Students study the historic and contemporary uses of henna body art in different cultures. They determine what henna is and how it is use as a temporary tattoo. As an art project, they trace their own hands and draw an appropriate woman...
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PPT
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Spanish Conquistadors

For Teachers 7th - 9th
A Conquistador is a Spanish name derived from the Reconquista, a period of reclaiming land from the Muslims. However, it became a call of conquest! Here are 17 slides that depict key conflicts between the Spanish and Native Mexican...
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Lesson Plan
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Two Major Feasts of Islam

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils explore two major feasts of Islam. They discuss the day of Idul-al-fitr. Students discuss the importance of the festivals to Muslims. They discuss the ways in which Muslims celebrate on these occasions. Pupils discuss what they...
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Lesson Plan
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Ramadan

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students research Ramadan and festivals from other faiths using the religious festivals guide. They use information from the guide and Fatemeh's Press Pack to write a letter to the Football Association explaining why Abraham Moss...
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Lesson Plan
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Al Qaeda's New Front

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners view a documentary, read articles, discuss and write about Europe's struggle with strained U.S. relations, increased terrorist activity, a growing Muslim population and the logistics of uniting under the European Community.
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Lesson Plan
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Ramadan - living in a diverse world

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars examine Muslim traditional and Ramadan. They explore traditions and history of Ramadan. Students discuss positive and negative habits. They create a Ramadan 'advent calendar.
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Lesson Plan
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Spirit of Islam: Wrapping It Up

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students develop an action plan for overcoming stereotypes of the Muslim faith based on research they have conducted in previous lessons.
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Lesson Plan
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Identity and Religion

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students view and discuss the public television program, Wide Angle: Young, Muslim, and French. They research and write a position in favor of or against the headscarf ban in France, and examine the influence of media in shaping...
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Lesson Plan
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11 September: Teaching Resources

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students examine events of September 11. They examine Muslims, dealing with loss, and the attacks on the World Trade Center. Students observe a slide presentation. They read guides concerning September 11 and related current events.
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Lesson Plan
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Islam and Terrorism

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore Muslim beliefs. In this Muslim extremist activity, students research Internet and print sources regarding Muslim beliefs and examine how Muslim extremists have interpreted the tenets of the religion to advance their...
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Writing
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Islam - Ramadan, Newspaper Article - Writing Frame

For Students 7th - 9th
In this newspaper article writing frame worksheet, students report on the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. Students must write a solid headline, describe the significance of the special month to Muslims and maintain appropriate news...
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Lesson Plan
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Bible Lesson Plan: Islam Religion

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners research the pillars of Islam.  In this lesson on the Islamic religion, students work in groups to find information on one of the five pillars of Islam.  Learners present their information to the class, and then compare and...
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Lesson Plan
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Discrimination in the Workplace

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students become familiar with civil rights law, particularly Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, which addresses instances of discrimination in the workplace. Students then recognize instances of workplace discrimination against...
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Lesson Plan
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Global Faith

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Young scholars review their prior knowledge of religious symbols and their meanings. After reading an article, they discover the comeback of the Muslim faith in Spain. In groups, they research and compare the evolutions of two religions...
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Lesson Plan
National First Ladies' Library

Terrorism and Tolerance

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners define the concepts of terrorism and tolerance using various resources. They examine the concept of stereotype, consider stereotypes often applied to Arabs, Middle Easterners, and Muslims, and attempt to discredit these...
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Unit Plan
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Ramadan

For Teachers 5th - Higher Ed
Students investigate the Muslim month of fasting and festivities which occurs between September 24 and October 23 called Ramadan. They complete a pre-quiz, a reading task, a listening task, and a research project about their own religion.

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