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Arabic Text of Suratul Duha for Primary 5

Primary 5 learners study Arabic Text of Suratul Duha through clear explanations, suitable examples, guided activities and objective-aligned assessment.

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Class: Primary School 5 (Pry 5)
Term: Third Term
Week: 7
Age: 10 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Islamic Religion Studies
Curriculum Theme: Islamic Religion Studies
Previous Lesson: Virtuous Conducts in Islam, Selflessness.
Topic: Arabic Text of Suratul Duha
Subject Matter: Arabic Text of Suratul Duha

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

  • Recite the Arabic text of Suratul Duha correctly.
  • Identify the verses of Suratul Duha.

Affective Domain:

  • Show reverence when handling the Holy Quran.
  • Appreciate the importance of reciting the Quran.

Psychomotor Domain:

  • Read the text of Suratul Duha loudly and individually.
  • Point to the Arabic words while reciting the Surah.

Social Domain:

  • Encourage peers to learn and recite Suratul Duha.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

  • 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum for Primary 5
  • State Unified Scheme of Work
  • Islamic Studies for Primary Schools 5
  • The Holy Quran

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

  • Whiteboard and marker
  • Chart showing the Arabic text of Suratul Duha
  • Copies of Suratul Duha for pupils
  • The Holy Quran

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson enables pupils to learn and recite Suratul Duha correctly, which is important for performing daily prayers and understanding a part of the Holy Quran. Learning this Surah helps pupils connect with Islamic teachings and benefits their spiritual development.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have learned to recite other short Surahs from the Holy Quran and can recognize some Arabic letters.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Arabic Text of Suratul Duha

Introduction to Suratul Duha

Suratul Duha (Chapter 93) is a short chapter of the Holy Quran revealed in Makkah. It means “The Morning Hours” or “The Forenoon”. This Surah was revealed to console Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) during a period when he did not receive revelation for some time.


Arabic Text of Suratul Duha

Pupils should learn to recite the following verses correctly:

بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ

  1. وَالضُّحَىٰ
  2. وَاللَّيْلِ إِذَا سَجَىٰ
  3. مَا وَدَّعَكَ رَبُّكَ وَمَا قَلَىٰ
  4. وَلَلْآخِرَةُ خَيْرٌ لَّكَ مِنَ الْأُولَىٰ
  5. وَلَسَوْفَ يُعْطِيكَ رَبُّكَ فَتَرْضَىٰ
  6. أَلَمْ يَجِدْكَ يَتِيمًا فَآوَىٰ
  7. وَوَجَدَكَ ضَالًّا فَهَدَىٰ
  8. وَوَجَدَكَ عَائِلًا فَأَغْنَىٰ
  9. فَأَمَّا الْيَتِيمَ فَلَا تَقْهَرْ
  10. وَأَمَّا السَّائِلَ فَلَا تَنْهَرْ
  11. وَأَمَّا بِنِعْمَةِ رَبِّكَ فَحَدِّثْ

Importance of Reciting Suratul Duha

Reciting Suratul Duha is important for several reasons:

  • It is part of the Holy Quran and earns rewards from Allah.
  • It can be recited in daily prayers (Salat).
  • It reminds us of Allah’s care and blessings.
  • It helps in memorizing the Quran.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Discussion, Lecture, Demonstration, Question and Answer, Visual Aids

Instructional Procedures

Arabic Text of Suratul Duha

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils, checks attendance, and asks them to recite a short Surah they learned previously to warm up the class.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to greetings, answer attendance, and recite a known short Surah.
Learning Point: Pupils recall previous knowledge and prepare for the new lesson.

Step 2: Presentation of Topic

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Introduction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher introduces the topic, “Arabic Text of Suratul Duha,” writes it on the board, and explains that it is a chapter from the Holy Quran.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively and write the topic in their notebooks.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the topic for the day.

Step 3: Teacher Recitation

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Modeling
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher recites Suratul Duha clearly and slowly, verse by verse, pointing to the words on the chart or Holy Quran. The teacher emphasizes correct pronunciation.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen carefully, follow along with their eyes, and observe the teacher’s pronunciation.
Learning Point: Pupils hear the correct recitation of Suratul Duha.

Step 4: Choral Recitation

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Repetition/Drilling
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher leads the pupils in reciting Suratul Duha together, verse by verse, repeating each verse several times until pupils grasp the pronunciation.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils recite Suratul Duha in chorus after the teacher.
Learning Point: Pupils practice group recitation and improve their pronunciation.

Step 5: Individual Recitation

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Individual Practice
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher calls on individual pupils to recite Suratul Duha aloud, providing corrections and encouragement as needed.
Pupils’ Activity: Selected pupils recite Suratul Duha individually while others listen and prepare for their turn.
Learning Point: Pupils gain confidence in reciting individually and receive personalized feedback.

Step 6: Explanation of Importance

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Discussion/Elaboration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher briefly explains the importance of Suratul Duha and its benefits, linking it to daily prayers and spiritual growth.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and ask questions for clarification.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the significance of learning and reciting Suratul Duha.

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

  1. Recite Suratul Duha from memory.
  2. What does “Duha” mean?
  3. Why is it important to learn Suratul Duha?
  4. Mention one benefit of reciting the Holy Quran.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization/Assignment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the lesson by reiterating the importance of Suratul Duha and assigns pupils to practice reciting the Surah at home and memorize it.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and note down the assignment.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their learning and are guided on further practice.

Home Task: Write three lessons learned about Arabic Text of Suratul Duha and one suitable way to apply the teaching responsibly.

Lesson Keywords

  • Surah – A chapter of the Holy Quran.
  • Duha – The morning hours or forenoon.
  • Quran – The holy book of Islam, revealed to Prophet Muhammad.
  • Recitation – The act of reading aloud, especially from the Holy Quran.

Differentiation

For pupils who are struggling, the teacher will provide extra one-on-one guidance during recitation and use simpler visual aids. Advanced learners will be encouraged to memorize the Surah quickly and practice reciting it with proper Tajweed (rules of recitation).

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Ensure a calm and respectful classroom environment suitable for Quranic recitation. Pay close attention to individual pupil’s pronunciation and provide gentle corrections. Encourage all pupils to participate and build their confidence in reciting the Arabic text.

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Royal Alikor is an educator with six years of classroom teaching and three years of elementary school leadership experience. He develops and reviews practical, curriculum-aligned learning materials for Nigerian schools.

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