Class: Primary 3
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 2
Age: 8 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Islamic Religious Studies
Curriculum Theme: Islamic Religious Studies
Previous Lesson: Suratul Humazah.
Topic: Article of Faith
Subject Matter: Belief in Destiny, Good and Bad

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

Define “destiny” (Qadar) in simple terms.
State what it means to believe in destiny, both good and bad.
Give examples of good and bad events that are part of destiny.

Affective Domain:

Show acceptance of Allah’s will and decree in their lives.
Demonstrate patience and gratitude in response to life events.

Psychomotor Domain:

Formulate simple prayers asking Allah for good and seeking refuge from bad.
Illustrate through drawing or role-play how they would react to a good or bad event with acceptance.

Discuss with classmates why it is important to trust in Allah’s plan.
Relate the concept of destiny to showing kindness and empathy to others.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum for Primary Schools.
State Unified Scheme of Work.
Islamic Religious Knowledge for Primary 3 by various authors.

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Whiteboard and markers/chalk.
Pictures showing various life situations (e.g., a child happy after success, a child sad after falling).
Flashcards with key terms like “Destiny,” “Good,” “Bad.”

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils understand that everything that happens in life, whether good or bad, is by Allah’s will. It teaches them to accept Allah’s decree with patience and gratitude, fostering a sense of peace and trust in His divine plan.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils should have some basic understanding of the Articles of Faith and the concept of Allah as their Creator and Sustainer.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

ARTICLE OF FAITH

Belief in Destiny (Al-Qadar)

Meaning of Article of Faith

The Articles of Faith are the basic beliefs that every Muslim must accept and believe in. There are six main articles of faith in Islam.

Understanding Destiny (Al-Qadar)

Destiny, also known as Al-Qadar, means that Allah (God) knows everything that will happen and has planned it. It means everything that happens, whether good or bad, happens by Allah’s will and knowledge.

Belief in Good Destiny

Believing in good destiny means accepting that all good things that happen to us, like success, health, and happiness, are from Allah. We should be grateful to Allah for these blessings.

Examples of good destiny:

Passing an exam.
Being healthy.
Having good friends.

Belief in Bad Destiny

Believing in bad destiny means accepting that difficult or challenging things that happen to us are also from Allah. We should be patient and seek help from Allah during these times, knowing that there is wisdom in everything Allah decrees.

Examples of bad destiny:

Falling sick.
Losing something important.
Facing difficulties in school.

Importance of Believing in Destiny

Believing in destiny helps us to:

Have peace of mind, knowing Allah is in control.
Be patient when things are difficult.
Be grateful for blessings.
Trust in Allah’s wisdom and plan.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

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

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils, reviews the previous lesson on other Articles of Faith, and then introduces the topic of “Belief in Destiny (Al-Qadar)” by asking pupils if they know why some things happen in life.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to greetings, recall the previous lesson, and share their ideas about why things happen.
Learning Point: Pupils are prepared for the new lesson and connect it to prior knowledge.

Step 2: Explanation of Article of Faith

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher briefly explains what Articles of Faith are and mentions that belief in destiny is one of them.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively and note down the key points.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the context of belief in destiny within Islamic faith.

Step 3: Introduction to Destiny (Qadar)

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Definition/Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher defines “Destiny” (Al-Qadar) as Allah’s knowledge and plan for everything that happens. The teacher uses simple language and examples.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, ask questions for clarity, and repeat the definition.
Learning Point: Pupils grasp the basic meaning of destiny.

Step 4: Discussing Belief in Good Destiny

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Elaboration/Examples
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains that believing in good destiny means being thankful for blessings from Allah. The teacher gives examples like good health, success, and good friends, and encourages pupils to share their own examples.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, share examples of good things in their lives, and express gratitude.
Learning Point: Pupils learn to appreciate good things as Allah’s blessings.

Step 5: Discussing Belief in Bad Destiny

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Elaboration/Patience
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains that believing in bad destiny means being patient and trusting Allah when difficult things happen. The teacher gives examples like falling sick or losing something, emphasizing that Allah has wisdom in everything.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, discuss how to react with patience during difficulties, and understand the concept of Allah’s wisdom.
Learning Point: Pupils learn to be patient and trust Allah during challenges.

Step 6: Importance of Belief in Destiny

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization/Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the importance of believing in destiny, highlighting peace of mind, patience, gratitude, and trust in Allah’s plan. The teacher leads a brief discussion on how this belief helps them in daily life.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils contribute to the discussion and list the benefits of believing in destiny.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the practical benefits of this belief.

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

What does “destiny” (Al-Qadar) mean?
Give two examples of good destiny.
Give two examples of bad destiny.
Why is it important to believe in both good and bad destiny?

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization/Homework
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the lesson by reiterating that believing in destiny means accepting everything from Allah. The teacher gives homework: “Write down three situations where you showed patience and three situations where you showed gratitude.”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy the homework.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their learning and apply it to real-life situations.

Home Task: Write three lessons learned about Article of Faith and one suitable way to apply the teaching responsibly.

Lesson Keywords

Destiny (Al-Qadar) – Allah’s knowledge and plan for everything that happens.
Good Destiny – Positive events and blessings that come from Allah.
Bad Destiny – Difficult or challenging events that come from Allah.
Patience – Being calm and waiting during difficult times.
Gratitude – Being thankful for blessings.

Differentiation

For pupils who grasp the concept quickly, the teacher will encourage them to share personal experiences related to destiny and how they reacted. For pupils needing more support, the teacher will provide simpler examples and repeat key definitions, using visual aids more frequently.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Ensure that the concept of destiny is explained in an age-appropriate manner, focusing on acceptance, patience, and gratitude rather than complex theological debates. Emphasize that belief in destiny does not mean abandoning effort, but rather trusting Allah’s plan after making efforts. Encourage pupils to relate the concepts to their daily lives through simple, relatable examples.