Devotional Acts

Prayers on special occasions - Swalatul Istisqaa (seeking rain prayer)
Prayers on special occasions - Swalatul Istikhara (guidance seeking prayer)

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe how Swalatul Istisqaa is performed
- Explain the features of this prayer
- Appreciate seeking Allah's bounties through prayer

- Watch video clips/read on how Swalatul Istisqaa and Swalatul Istikhara are performed and make notes
- Research on the significance of performing Swalatul Istisqaa and Swalatul Istikhara and present on charts/PowerPoint

Why do Muslims perform prayers on special occasions?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 52
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 54

- Observation - Practical demonstration - Oral questions

Devotional Acts

Prayers on special occasions - Significance of Swalatul Istisqaa and Istikhara

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Assess significance of performing these prayers
- Explain benefits to Muslim community
- Value dependence on Allah (S.W.T.)

- Research on the significance of performing Swalatul Istisqaa and Swalatul Istikhara and present on charts/PowerPoint
- Demonstrate the performance of Swalatul Istisqaa and Swalatul Istikhara

Why do Muslims perform prayers on special occasions?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 54
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Chart presentations - Written assignments

Devotional Acts

Prayers on special occasions - Performing Swalatul Istisqaa and Istikhara correctly
Prayers on special occasions - Embracing special occasion prayers

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Perform these prayers in the correct way
- Follow proper procedures and timings
- Embrace performance as Allah's command

- Demonstrate the performance of Swalatul Istisqaa and Swalatul Istikhara
- Research on the significance of performing Swalatul Istisqaa and Swalatul Istikhara and present on charts/PowerPoint

Why do Muslims perform prayers on special occasions?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 52
- Digital resources
- Prayer mats
- Reference books
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 54
- Charts

- Observation - Practical demonstration - Oral questions

Devotional Acts

Hajj and Umrah - Sequence of Hajj
Hajj and Umrah - Fardh rites of Hajj

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe the sequence of Hajj
- Explain the order of rituals
- Understand the journey of pilgrimage

- Watch video clips/read from available reference materials on the sequence of Hajj and make class presentations
- Make a model of the Kaaba and demonstrate the performance of tawaf

How is Hajj/Umrah performed?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 59
- Digital resources
- Models
- Reference books
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 61
- Charts

- Observation - Model demonstration - Oral questions

Devotional Acts

Hajj and Umrah - Wajib and Sunnah rites of Hajj

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain wajib and sunnah rites of Hajj
- Classify different types of rituals
- Understand importance of complete performance

- Research on fardh, wajib and sunnah rites of Hajj and present on charts/PowerPoint
- Discuss the rites of Umrah in groups and present in class

How is Hajj/Umrah performed?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 63
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Chart presentations - Group presentations

Devotional Acts

Hajj and Umrah - Rites of Umrah
Hajj and Umrah - Significance of Hajj as a pillar of Islam

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe the rites of Umrah
- Compare Hajj and Umrah rituals
- Understand lesser pilgrimage requirements

- Discuss the rites of Umrah in groups and present in class
- Research on the significance of Hajj and make notes

How is Hajj/Umrah performed?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 64
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 65

- Observation - Group presentations - Written assignments

Devotional Acts

Hajj and Umrah - Acknowledging Hajj and Umrah as Allah's commandment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Acknowledge performance as Allah's commandment
- Show respect for pilgrimage traditions
- Aspire to perform Hajj when able

- Research on the significance of Hajj and make notes
- Watch video clips/read from available reference materials on the sequence of Hajj and make class presentations

Why do Muslims perform Hajj/Umrah?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 59
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Devotional Acts
Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Hajj and Umrah - Comparing Hajj and Umrah
Commanding good and forbidding evil - Ways of commanding good and forbidding evil

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Compare and contrast Hajj and Umrah
- Identify similarities and differences
- Understand when each can be performed

- Discuss the rites of Umrah in groups and present in class
- Make a model of the Kaaba and demonstrate the performance of tawaf

How is Hajj/Umrah performed?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 64
- Digital resources
- Models
- Reference books
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 68
- Charts

- Observation - Model demonstration - Group presentations

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Commanding good and forbidding evil - Significance of commanding good and forbidding evil
Commanding good and forbidding evil - Using wisdom in commanding good and forbidding evil

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Assess significance of commanding good and forbidding evil
- Explain benefits to society
- Understand role in promoting righteousness

- Research on the significance of commanding good and forbidding evil and make notes
- Discuss ways of commanding good and forbidding evil and present in class

How can today's Muslims command good and forbid evil?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 70
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 71

- Observation - Research presentations - Written assignments

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Commanding good and forbidding evil - Promoting morally upright society

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Value commanding good and forbidding evil
- Understand role in society building
- Show commitment to moral leadership

- Role-play the best ways of commanding good and forbidding evil
- Research on the significance of commanding good and forbidding evil and make notes

Why should a Muslim command good and forbid evil?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 68
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Role-play assessment - Written assignments

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Commanding good and forbidding evil - Practical application of commanding good and forbidding evil
Commanding good and forbidding evil - Fulfilling Allah's commandment through moral guidance

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Apply teachings in real-life situations
- Demonstrate wisdom and patience
- Show leadership in moral guidance

- Role-play the best ways of commanding good and forbidding evil
- Discuss ways of commanding good and forbidding evil in groups and present on charts/PowerPoint

How can today's Muslims command good and forbid evil?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 71
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 68

- Observation - Role-play assessment - Chart presentations

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Virtues in Islam - Islamic teachings on fulfillment of promise

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain Islamic teachings on fulfillment of promise
- Understand importance of keeping commitments
- Practice reliability in daily life

- Discuss the Islamic teachings on fulfillment of promise and anger management in groups and make class presentations
- Share on PowerPoint/charts/online platforms ways in which Muslims can manage anger

Why should Muslims fulfil promises?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 73
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Group presentations - Oral questions

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Virtues in Islam - Significance of fulfillment of promise
Virtues in Islam - Islamic teachings on anger management

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Assess significance of fulfilling promises
- Understand impact on trust and relationships
- Value integrity in character building

- Research on the significance of fulfillment of promise and anger management and make notes
- Role-play acts depicting fulfillment of promise and anger management in the society

Why should Muslims fulfil promises?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 75
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 77

- Observation - Research presentations - Role-play assessment

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Virtues in Islam - Ways of managing anger
Virtues in Islam - Significance of anger management and promise fulfillment

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe ways Muslims can manage anger
- Apply practical anger management techniques
- Promote harmonious co-existence

- Share on PowerPoint/charts/online platforms ways in which Muslims can manage anger according to the teaching of the Prophet (S.A.W.)
- Role-play acts depicting fulfillment of promise and anger management in the society

How can Muslims manage anger?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 78
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 79

- Observation - Chart presentations - Role-play assessment

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Virtues in Islam - Practicing virtues as commanded in Islam

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Practice fulfillment of promise and anger management
- Apply Islamic virtues in daily interactions
- Appreciate virtues as Islamic commands

- Role-play acts depicting fulfillment of promise and anger management in the society
- Research on the significance of fulfillment of promise and anger management and make notes

Why should Muslims fulfil promises?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 73
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Role-play assessment - Practical applications

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Prohibitions in Islam - Identifying deviant sexual behaviour
Prohibitions in Islam - Causes of incest

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify types of deviant sexual behaviour
- Understand Islamic perspective on moral purity
- Recognize harmful practices in society

- Identify deviant sexual behaviour (incest, bestiality, prostitution, and homosexuality) and make notes
- Research on the causes of deviant sexual behaviour and make notes

What causes deviant sexual behaviour in the society?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 80
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 82

- Observation - Written assignments - Group discussions

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Prohibitions in Islam - Causes of bestiality

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain causes of bestiality
- Understand contributing factors
- Learn safeguarding measures

- Research on the causes of deviant sexual behaviour (incest, bestiality, prostitution, and homosexuality) and make notes
- Listen to a resource person explaining the causes, effects and rationale for the prohibition of deviant sexual behaviour

What causes deviant sexual behaviour in the society?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 82
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Research presentations - Written assignments

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Prohibitions in Islam - Causes of prostitution
Prohibitions in Islam - Causes of homosexuality

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain causes of prostitution
- Understand socio-economic factors
- Learn prevention approaches

- Research on the causes of deviant sexual behaviour (incest, bestiality, prostitution, and homosexuality) and make notes
- Listen to a resource person explaining the causes, effects and rationale for the prohibition of deviant sexual behaviour

What causes deviant sexual behaviour in the society?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 82
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Research presentations - Written assignments

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Prohibitions in Islam - Effects of deviant sexual behaviour on individuals
Prohibitions in Islam - Effects of deviant sexual behaviour on families

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe effects on individuals
- Understand health and psychological impacts
- Recognize personal consequences

- Discuss the effects of deviant sexual behaviour (incest, bestiality, prostitution, and homosexuality) in the society in groups and present on charts/PowerPoint
- Watch video clips on the effects of deviant sexual behaviour and make notes

What is the rationale for the prohibition of deviant sexual behaviour in Islam?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 83
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Group presentations - Chart displays

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Prohibitions in Islam - Effects of deviant sexual behaviour on society

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Describe effects on society
- Understand broader social implications
- Recognize community responsibilities

- Discuss the effects of deviant sexual behaviour (incest, bestiality, prostitution, and homosexuality) in the society in groups and present on charts/PowerPoint
- Watch video clips on the effects of deviant sexual behaviour and make notes

What is the rationale for the prohibition of deviant sexual behaviour in Islam?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 83
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Group presentations - Video analysis

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Prohibitions in Islam - Rationale for prohibition of incest
Prohibitions in Islam - Rationale for prohibition of bestiality

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain Islamic rationale for prohibiting incest
- Understand protection of family sanctity
- Value family respect and boundaries

- Research on the rationale for the prohibition of deviant sexual behaviour and make class presentations
- Listen to a resource person explaining the causes, effects and rationale for the prohibition of deviant sexual behaviour

What is the rationale for the prohibition of deviant sexual behaviour in Islam?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 84
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 85

- Observation - Research presentations - Written assignments

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Prohibitions in Islam - Rationale for prohibition of prostitution

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain Islamic rationale for prohibiting prostitution
- Understand protection of human dignity
- Value sanctity of relationships

- Research on the rationale for the prohibition of deviant sexual behaviour and make class presentations
- Listen to a resource person explaining the causes, effects and rationale for the prohibition of deviant sexual behaviour

What is the rationale for the prohibition of deviant sexual behaviour in Islam?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 85
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Research presentations - Written assignments

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Prohibitions in Islam - Rationale for prohibition of homosexuality
Prohibitions in Islam - Ways of curbing incest

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain Islamic rationale for prohibiting homosexuality
- Understand natural purpose of creation
- Value divine guidance on relationships

- Research on the rationale for the prohibition of deviant sexual behaviour and make class presentations
- Listen to a resource person explaining the causes, effects and rationale for the prohibition of deviant sexual behaviour

What is the rationale for the prohibition of deviant sexual behaviour in Islam?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 84
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 86

- Observation - Research presentations - Written assignments

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Prohibitions in Islam - Ways of curbing bestiality
Prohibitions in Islam - Ways of curbing prostitution

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Suggest ways of curbing bestiality
- Understand prevention approaches
- Learn community protection measures

- Suggest ways of curbing deviant sexual behaviour in groups and make class presentations
- Research on the rationale for the prohibition of deviant sexual behaviour and make class presentations

What causes deviant sexual behaviour in the society?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 86
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Group presentations - Action plans

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Prohibitions in Islam - Ways of curbing homosexuality and appreciating rationale for prohibitions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Suggest ways of curbing homosexuality
- Appreciate rationale for Islamic prohibitions
- Value moral guidance in Islam

- Suggest ways of curbing deviant sexual behaviour in groups and make class presentations
- Research on the rationale for the prohibition of deviant sexual behaviour and make class presentations

What is the rationale for the prohibition of deviant sexual behaviour in Islam?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 86
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Group presentations - Written assignments

MUAMALAT (Social Relations)

Divorce - Causes of conflicts in marriage
Divorce - How to solve conflicts in marriage

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Identify the causes of conflicts in marriage
- Explain how breakdown in communication leads to conflicts
- Appreciate the importance of harmony in marriage

- Research on the causes of conflicts in marriage and make notes
- Discuss harmful behaviours that can cause conflicts in marriage
- Study illustrations on causes of conflicts from the course book
- Share findings in class presentations

What causes conflicts in marriage?

- KLB Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 89
- Digital resources
- Internet access and reference books
- Charts showing marriage conflicts
- KLB Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 90
- Internet access
- Reference books
- Charts on conflict resolution

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

MUAMALAT (Social Relations)

Divorce - Steps of conflict resolution in marriage

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the four steps of conflict resolution in marriage
- Describe the role of arbitrators in conflict resolution
- Value the Quranic guidance on conflict resolution

- Read Surah Al-Nisa 4:34-35
- Discuss the steps of conflict resolution from the verses
- Dramatise the fourth step in conflict resolution
- Make class presentations on the steps

Why do Muslims follow steps in conflict resolution?

- KLB Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 92
- The Qur'an
- Digital devices
- Reference materials

- Observation - Written assignments - Oral presentations

MUAMALAT (Social Relations)

Divorce - Effects of conflict resolution
Types of divorce - At-Talaq

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Assess the benefits of following Islamic conflict resolution
- Explain how conflict resolution prevents divorce
- Appreciate the wisdom of Islamic teachings on marriage

- Study the importance of conflict resolution mechanisms
- Discuss how proper conflict resolution saves marriages
- Use digital devices to search for more examples
- Write notes on the benefits

How does conflict resolution benefit marriages?

- KLB Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 93
- Digital resources
- Internet access
- Islamic reference books
- KLB Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 94
- The Qur'an
- Digital devices

- Written tests - Oral questions - Observation

MUAMALAT (Social Relations)

Types of divorce - Talaq Raji'i and Talaq Bain
Types of divorce - Khulu'

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the procedure of Talaq Raji'i
- Describe the implications of Talaq Bain
- Understand the concept of Iddah period

- Read about Talaq Raji'i (revocable divorce)
- Study the characteristics of Talaq Bain (irrevocable divorce)
- Discuss the importance of Iddah period
- Make notes on the differences

How do the types of Talaq differ?

- KLB Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 95
- Books of Islamic jurisprudence
- Digital resources
- Charts showing types of Talaq
- KLB Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 96
- The Qur'an
- Internet access
- Islamic jurisprudence books
- Digital devices

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Observation

MUAMALAT (Social Relations)

Types of divorce - Effects of divorce

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

- Explain the effects of divorce on children
- Describe the impact of divorce on husband and wife
- Analyze the social effects of divorce

- Read newspaper articles on effects of divorce
- Study the story of Layali and her sister
- Search for other effects of divorce on family members
- Make notes and share with other learners

What are the effects of divorce in society?

- KLB Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 97
- Newspaper articles
- Magazines
- Internet access
- Digital devices

- Written assignments - Oral questions - Research presentations