Pillars of Iman

Belief in revealed scriptures - Identifying revealed scriptures and their prophets
Belief in revealed scriptures - Similarities of revealed scriptures

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

- Identify the four revealed scriptures
- Name the prophets who received each scripture
- Show respect for all revealed scriptures

- Identify the revealed scriptures in pairs and present them on charts
- Research on the importance of believing in the revealed scriptures and present in class
- Brainstorm on the reasons for the revelation of the revealed scriptures in groups and make notes

How can Muslims practise religious tolerance?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 40
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 42

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Pillars of Iman

Belief in revealed scriptures - Ways of showing respect to revealed scriptures

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

- Describe ways of showing respect to revealed scriptures
- Practice proper handling of holy books
- Show tolerance towards people of other faiths

- Discuss ways of handling revealed scriptures and how to show tolerance towards people of other faiths and make notes
- Role-play acts that show religious tolerance

How can Muslims practise religious tolerance?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 42
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Role-play assessment - Written assignments

Pillars of Iman

Belief in revealed scriptures - How to show tolerance towards people of other faiths
Belief in revealed scriptures - Importance of believing in revealed scriptures

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

- Explain ways of showing tolerance to people of other faiths
- Practice peaceful co-existence
- Demonstrate respect for religious diversity

- Discuss ways of handling revealed scriptures and how to show tolerance towards people of other faiths and make notes
- Role-play acts that show religious tolerance

How can Muslims practise religious tolerance?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 43
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 40

- Observation - Role-play assessment - Oral questions

Pillars of Iman

Belief in revealed scriptures - Reasons for revelation of revealed scriptures

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

- Explain reasons for revelation of scriptures
- Understand divine guidance for mankind
- Appreciate Allah's mercy in providing guidance

- Brainstorm on the reasons for the revelation of the revealed scriptures in groups and make notes
- Research on the importance of believing in the revealed scriptures and present in class

Why does mankind need revealed scriptures?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 40
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Group presentations - Written assignments

Pillars of Iman

Belief in revealed scriptures - Acknowledging revealed scriptures as part of faith

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

- Acknowledge revealed scriptures as pillars of Iman
- Strengthen their faith through belief in scriptures
- Show commitment to Islamic teachings

- Research on the importance of believing in the revealed scriptures and present in class
- Discuss ways of handling revealed scriptures and how to show tolerance towards people of other faiths and make notes

How can Muslims practise religious tolerance?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 40
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Pillars of Iman

Ulul-Azm Prophets - Qualities of Ulul-Azm Prophets
Ulul-Azm Prophets - Story of Nabii Musa (A.S.)

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

- Describe qualities of Ulul-Azm Prophets
- Explain their strong will and determination
- Emulate their patience and perseverance

- Research on the qualities of Ulul-Azm Prophets and present on charts/PowerPoint
- Watch video clips on/read the stories of Nabii Musa (A.S.) and Issa (A.S.) and make notes

What lessons do Muslims learn from the Ulul-Azm Prophets?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 44
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 45
- Video clips

- Observation - Oral questions - Chart presentations

Pillars of Iman

Ulul-Azm Prophets - Story of Nabii Issa (A.S.)

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

- Narrate the story of Nabii Issa (A.S.)
- Explain his miraculous birth and mission
- Apply teachings from his story

- Watch video clips on/read the stories of Nabii Musa (A.S.) and Issa (A.S.) and make notes
- Narrate the stories of Nabii Musa (A.S.) and Issa (A.S.) and make notes

What lessons do Muslims learn from the Ulul-Azm Prophets?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 48
- Digital resources
- Video clips
- Reference books

- Observation - Storytelling assessment - Written assignments

Pillars of Iman

Ulul-Azm Prophets - Teachings from stories of Nabii Musa (A.S.) and Issa (A.S.)
Ulul-Azm Prophets - Appreciating Ulul-Azm Prophets as role models

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

- Extract teachings from the stories
- Apply lessons for character building
- Demonstrate belief in Allah (S.W.T.)

- Narrate the stories of Nabii Musa (A.S.) and Issa (A.S.) and make notes
- Dramatise the stories of Nabii Musa (A.S.) and Issa (A.S.) in groups

What lessons do Muslims learn from the Ulul-Azm Prophets?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 49
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 44

- Observation - Drama assessment - Oral questions

Devotional Acts

Prayers on special occasions - Swalatul Istisqaa (seeking rain 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

- Observation - Practical demonstration - Oral questions

Devotional Acts

Prayers on special occasions - Swalatul Istikhara (guidance seeking prayer)
Prayers on special occasions - Significance of Swalatul Istisqaa and Istikhara

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

- Describe how Swalatul Istikhara is performed
- Recite the Istikhara dua
- Seek Allah's guidance in decision making

- Watch video clips/read on how Swalatul Istisqaa and Swalatul Istikhara are performed and make notes
- 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 - Practical demonstration - Recitation assessment

Devotional Acts

Prayers on special occasions - Performing Swalatul Istisqaa and Istikhara correctly

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

- Observation - Practical demonstration - Oral questions

Devotional Acts

Prayers on special occasions - Embracing special occasion prayers
Hajj and Umrah - Sequence of Hajj

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

- Embrace performance as fulfilling Allah's command
- Show commitment to Islamic practices
- Encourage others to perform these prayers

- 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. 54
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 59
- Models

- Observation - Practical demonstration - Written assignments

Devotional Acts

Hajj and Umrah - Fardh rites of Hajj

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

- Explain the fardh (obligatory) rites of Hajj
- Distinguish between different types of rites
- Understand validity requirements

- 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

Why do Muslims perform Hajj/Umrah?

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

- Observation - Chart presentations - Written assignments

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

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

- Observation - Research presentations - Written assignments

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Commanding good and forbidding evil - Using wisdom in commanding good and forbidding evil
Commanding good and forbidding evil - Promoting morally upright society

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

- Apply wisdom in commanding good and forbidding evil
- Use appropriate methods for different situations
- Show patience and understanding

- Discuss ways of commanding good and forbidding evil and present in class
- Role-play the best ways of commanding good and forbidding evil

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 - Oral questions

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Commanding good and forbidding evil - Practical application of commanding good and forbidding evil

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

- Observation - Role-play assessment - Chart presentations

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Commanding good and forbidding evil - Fulfilling Allah's commandment through moral guidance
Virtues in Islam - Islamic teachings on fulfillment of promise

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

- Understand commanding good as Allah's command
- Show dedication to moral responsibility
- Inspire others through good example

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

Why should a Muslim command good and forbid evil?

- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 68
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Reference books
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 73

- Observation - Research presentations - Role-play assessment

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Virtues in Islam - Significance of fulfillment of promise

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

- Observation - Research presentations - Role-play assessment

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Virtues in Islam - Islamic teachings on anger management

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

- Explain Islamic teachings on anger management
- Learn Prophet's methods of controlling anger
- Practice self-control techniques

- 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

How can Muslims manage anger?

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

- Observation - Group presentations - Practical demonstrations

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

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 families
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 families
- Understand family breakdown consequences
- Learn protective measures

- 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 - Rationale for prohibition of incest

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

- Observation - Research presentations - Written assignments

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

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 bestiality
- Understand human dignity and animal rights
- Value natural order of creation

- 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 prostitution
Prohibitions in Islam - Rationale for prohibition of homosexuality

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
- KLB TopScholar Islamic Religious Education Grade 8 pg. 84

- Observation - Research presentations - Written assignments

Akhlaq (Moral Teachings)

Prohibitions in Islam - Ways of curbing incest

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

- Suggest ways of curbing incest
- Understand prevention strategies
- Learn protective measures for families

- 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 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