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GODS AND GODDESSES
A curriculum based on ancient Greek mythology. Learn UU Principles
through the vivid stories of ancient Greece. Twelve sessions for ages 3-10 - perfect for summer!
$25.00. E-mail Rebekah for a sample lesson.
Order from:
Rebekah Coleman
1160 Camino Cruz Blanca
Santa Fe, NM 87505
ISLAM: Activity Based Lessons for Upper Elementary Students
Introduce students and their teachers to the core teachings and traditions of Islam. This curriculum is activity-based, emphasizing how to teach about Islam and to engage students with the content. The nine one-hour lessons are designed for students in grades 4-6 and for teachers new to both Islam and the religious education classroom.
This curriculum was developed at the First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis with support from a grant from the Unitarian Sunday School Society.
The cost is $23 (which includes postage). If you are interested, you can send a check to Rachel Brown at the address below or email her directly with additional questions.
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Rachel Brown
1705 Roselawn Avenue West
Roseville, MN 55113
rachel-brown@mediaone.net
612-710-2214
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CONTENT
Throughout the course of the unit, students will be exposed to and work with the following topics/content:
Basic teachings of Islam, including the Five Pillars: Shahadah, declaration of faith; Salaat, prayer; Zakaat, giving to charity; Sawm, fasting; Haj, the pilgrimage to Mecca.
Prophets of Islam and their connection to the Judaic and Christian traditions
History, structure and writings of the Quran (Koran).
Story of the life of the Prophet Muhammad.
Cultural and artistic expressions of Arabic Islam.
Geographical location of Muslims around the world, including, if possible, a local mosque.
Design elements and the functions of mosques.
Black Muslim movement in America-its history and current status.
Church/society/community members who are practicing Muslims.
Media bias against Muslim people.
Differences between Islamic teachings/beliefs and the groups of people who follow these teachings/beliefs.
Connections and differences among Unitarian Universalism, Islam, Christianity, and Judaism.
