How did Islam become the religious and organizing principle for one of the largest empires in the world? Invite learners to discover the rich history and evolution of the religion, as well as its major tenets in the Five Pillars of Islam.

Concepts

the five pillars of islam, islam, world religions, belief systems

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Additional Tags

five pillars of islam, social studies

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Classroom Considerations

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Animations and illustrations are engaging and illustrate concepts well
• Dispels common misconceptions regarding the religion
• Provides a teacher curriculum guide as well as a student worksheet resource to extend instruction

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.3 SL.11-12.3 RH.9-10.1 RH.11-12.1 RH.11-12.7