High School Islamic Studies Curriculum
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Our curriculum focuses on the students to foster love for Allah and start a lifelong relationship with Him. Through that they learn to develop a deep understanding of what it means to worship Allah in our everyday lives.
An Allah-Centric Lifestyle
We want the student to build an understanding of how to live an Allah centric life. Part of living an Allah centric lifestyle, this curriculum also equips students with essential life skills. Such as; Money Management, employment skills and marriage all with the Islamic worldview.
Recommended Background
Therefore, to benefit the most from this curriculum we recommend that students learn the basic knowledge of the 5 Pillars of Islam and the 6 Pillars of Eeman in elementary and the Middle school prior to studying this curriculum. However, it is not a prerequisite and any middle school and High School age student should still be able to benefit from this curriculum.
2Series
8Books
1Focus
Nurturing the love of Allah
Journey to Allah series
‘Aqeedah
Gratitude to Allah series
Fiqh | Life Skills
Our High School 'Aqeedah, Fiqh & Islamic History Curriculum at a Glance
With limited material specially designed for our youth in areas of ‘Aqeedah (Islamic belief), Fiqh (Islamic Jurisprudence), and Seerah (Islamic History) we have developed textbooks in these areas which immediately addresses students’ needs in an engaging and mentoring style. Following are the list of our textbooks.
Please note that these are recommended grades for these textbooks. However, the curriculum allows flexibility and these textbooks can be used in any high school or upper middle school grade.
'Aqeedah
Fiqh
Seerah / Islamic History
Grade 9
'Aqeedah
"What is Your Belief?"
Pillar of Imaan: Belief in Allah
Essential Question What is the purpose of our life?
- Purpose of life
- Existence of Allah
- Introduction to Tawheed
- Tawheed Ar-Ruboobiyaah
Fiqh
"Fiqh - Unit 1 & 2"
Foundation of Islamic Practice
Essential Question What does it mean to be pure?
- Introduction to Fiqh
- Taqwa
- Goals of the Shari'ah
- Common Maxims
- Development of Madhabs
- Tahaarah - Wudhu' & Ghusl
- Menstruation
Seerah / Islamic History
"Reliving the Seerah"
Unit 1: Life Before Islam | Unit 2: Prophethood in Makkah | Unit 3
Essential Question How do hardships shape a person's character?
- Pre-Islamic Arabia
- Birth of the Prophet ﷺ
- The Prophet's Childhood
- Adulthood & Marriage
- Revelation Begins
- The first believers
- Persecution of the Muslims
- 1st Hijrah to Abyssinia
- Year of Sorrow
- Hijrah to Madinah
- Battle of Badr
- The Muslim Community
- Battle of Uhud
Grade 10
'Aqeedah
"Who is Allah?"
Pillar of Imaan: Belief in Allah (cont.)
Essential Question Who is Allah?
- Tawheed Al-Asmaai wa Sifaat - maintaining the Oneness of Allah in His Names and Attributes.
- Tawheed Al-Uloohiyyah - maintaining the Oneness of Allah in His Worship.
Fiqh
"Fiqh - Unit 3"
The Pillar of Salaah
Essential Question Why is salaah important?
- Salaah - its importance & pillars
- Spiritual aspects of Salaah
- Adhaan explained
- Conditions of Salaah
- Understanding the Salaah
- Additional Salaahs other than the 5 obligatory Salaahs
Seerah / Islamic History
"Reliving the Seerah"
Unit 3 cont. | Unit 4: Final Years of Prophethood
Essential Question How does victory, power, and success test the character of a true servant of Allah?
- Expedition of Banu Al-Mustaliq
- Battle of Al-Ahzaab (The Trench)
- Treaty of Hudaybiyyah
- Battle of Khaybar
- Conquest of Makkah
- Battle of Hunayn
- Expedition of Tabuk
- Year of Delegations
- Farewell Pilgrimage
- Death of the Prophet ﷺ
- Succession to the Khilafah
Grade 11
'Aqeedah
"From Here to the Hereafter"
Pillar of Imaan: Day of Judgment
Essential Question Why is belief in the Day of Judgment so important?
- Minor and Major Signs of the Day of Judgment
- Time of death and scenes of the Day of Judgment
- Reckoning
- Description of Paradise & Hell
Fiqh
"Money Management"
Islamic Financial Ethics
Essential Question How can money help you draw closer to Allah?
- Concept of money in Islam
- Budgeting
- Various ways to increase the rizq
- Riba and various loans (college, auto loans, etc.)
- Contracts
- Employment skills - Being a Muslim at work
Seerah / Islamic History
Khulafaa Rashidun (coming soon)
The Rightly-Guided Caliphs
Essential Question What made the Khulafah Rashidun rightly guided leaders?
- Abu Bakr As-Siddiq radi Allahu 'anhu
- 'Umar ibn Al-Khattab radi Allahu 'anhu
- 'Uthman ibn 'Affan radi Allahu 'anhu
- 'Ali ibn Abi Talib radi Allahu 'anhu
Grade 12
'Aqeedah
"Adhering to the Straight Path Amidst Confusion"
Pillar of Imaan: Steadfastness
Essential Question Why is belief in the Day of Judgment so important?
- Knowing Deviation and Non-Muslim Religions & Ideologies
- Understanding what is the Straight Path
- Avoiding extremes
- Common Muslim sects
- Common Non-Muslim ideologies and religions
Fiqh
"Marriage 101"
Part of Family Law
Essential Question How does marriage impact society?
- Why Marry
- Marriage in Islam
- How to choose a spouse
- Process of Marriage
- Walimah
- Maintaining a healthy relationship after marriage
Seerah / Islamic History
Highlights from Islamic History (in progress)
Essential Question What can the rise and fall of Muslim civilizations teach us about our responsibilities as Muslims today?
- History of Al-Andalus
- History of Palestine
- History of the Conquest of Constantinople
Why did we choose these specific topics for our curriculum and our textbooks?
These specific topics were chosen based on our own research and experience in educating thousands of students across multiple schools over almost 3 decades. Among many things, we noticed:
Many of the youth are struggling with their faith and question it. Some are questioning the belief in Allah. They cannot love someone they don’t know well.
Many are looking for purpose in their life, looking for happiness and contentment from friends, things or social media influencers rather than turning to their faith.
Constantly following social trends without establishing criteria to distinguish right from wrong.
The daily practice and worship of Islam is seen as meaningless rules, regulations and rituals.
Lacking understanding of Islam and its role in important aspects of life. Such as, getting married and navigating marital relationships, managing money and developing good work ethics and skills.
Solution for Our Youth
We have developed these textbooks which help address some of our youth’s questions and understandings.
Journey to Allah series
Textbooks in ‘Aqeedah (belief) address
That our belief is not theoretical but it applies to every aspect of our life and it defines who we are as Muslims.
Peace and contentment in life comes by knowing our purpose in life. We can achieve happiness, contentment and find purpose when we submit ourselves to believing in Allah, our Creator.
Order NowWhat does it mean to only worship Allah? How does this belief impact our daily life decisions?
Getting to know Allah, developing love for Him. Building a relationship with Allah and how to draw closer to Him. This only can help navigate the challenges and various trials of life. Students learn that Allah is Al-Mujeeb, the One who responds to our du’as, He is At-Tawaab, the One who constantly accepts our repentance.
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Discover clarity amidst diversity
This book explores the foundational principles of major world religions and ideologies, highlighting their similarities and differences.
Navigate ideological challenges
Guided by the balanced teachings of Islam, this textbook equips readers to understand and counter the confusion caused by deviant ideologies within and outside Islam, avoiding extremes.
Engage with vibrant content
With stunning visuals and interactive activities, this book simplifies complex concepts, fostering meaningful dialogue and understanding.
Take your readers on an unforgettable spiritual journey and deepen their faith with this transformative guide.
Explore the soul’s journey
This book vividly describes life after death, the signs of the Day of Judgment, the Reckoning, and the eternal abodes of Paradise and Hellfire.
Strengthen your connection to Allah
Through authentic depictions from the Qur’an and Sunnah, this book instills a deeper understanding of the Hereafter and inspires reflection and spiritual growth.
Perfect for high school students and families
Engagingly written to captivate young minds while providing deep insights into Islamic beliefs.
Gratitude to Allah series
Textbooks in Fiqh address
Rituals of Islam are not a bunch of lifeless motions instead they help us attain peace and emotional wellness. For example,” Fiqh: Worshiping Allah” book has a dedicated unit of Salah. It discusses the meaning and purpose behind Salah and its impact on our mental, spiritual and emotional health. Students learn to know that when we are standing in salah, we are in a conversation with our Lord.
Order NowAs students get ready for college or join the workforce “Money Management and Employment Skills” prepare for these essential life skills. With constant reminders that all decisions in our life are always made by foremost keeping Allah’s pleasure in front of us.
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How to get married? How to choose a spouse? Knowing the rights and responsibilities in marriage and how to maintain a healthy marriage are some of the important topics that are designed for our youth to build strong families and communities in the future.
Order NowThese textbooks are being taught in online as well as brick and mortar schools and go through continuous editing based on teachers, students input, feedback and suggestions. These suggestions are specified on surveys taken immediately after each textbook is taught.
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