At, Taharah, At-tayammum for JSS 1

Class: Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS 1 / JS1)
Term: 3rd Term
Week: 4
Age: 12 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Religion Studies
Curriculum Theme: Islamic Religion Studies
Previous Lesson: A Description of a Complete Raka’a, Takbir, Recitation, Ruku, Sujud, and Julus.
Topic: AT- TAHARAH
Subject Matter: At-tayammum: when and how it is performed and the things that vitiate it.

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• A small container of clean sand or dust.
• A chart illustrating the steps of Tayammum.
• A small stone.

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils understand an important purification method in Islam called Tayammum. It teaches them how to perform purification when water is unavailable or cannot be used, ensuring they can always fulfill their religious obligations like prayer.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils are familiar with the concept of Taharah (purification) and have learned about Wudhu (ablution) and Ghusl (ritual bath).

Lesson Content/Board Summary

AT- TAHARAH

At-Tayammum

Tayammum is the act of performing ritual purification with clean earth, sand, or dust when water is not available or cannot be used for Wudhu or Ghusl.

When Tayammum is Performed:

• When water is not available for Wudhu or Ghusl.
• When a person is ill and using water could worsen their condition.
• When water is available but only in a very limited quantity, just enough for drinking.
• When there is fear of missing the prayer time if one waits to find water.
• When there is a risk of harm from using water due to extreme cold and no means to warm it.

How Tayammum is Performed (Steps):

1. Make the intention (Niyyah) to perform Tayammum for purification.
2. Strike the palms of both hands lightly on a clean surface (sand, earth, stone).
3. Wipe the face once with the palms of both hands.
4. Strike the palms of both hands lightly on the clean surface again.
5. Wipe the right arm (from fingers to elbow) with the left hand, then wipe the left arm (from fingers to elbow) with the right hand.

Things That Vitiate (Break) Tayammum:

• Any act that breaks Wudhu (e.g., passing wind, urinating, defecating, deep sleep).
• The availability of water, if the reason for performing Tayammum was lack of water.
• The removal of the excuse that necessitated Tayammum (e.g., recovery from illness that prevented water use).

Materials for Tayammum

Tayammum can be performed using any clean earth, sand, or stone. Other clean dry surfaces like ice (if it’s clean and produces dry dust when scraped) can also be used if they are free from impurities.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

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

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 Wudhu and Ghusl, and then introduces the topic of Tayammum as an alternative method of purification.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to greetings, recall previous knowledge, and listen attentively to the introduction.
Learning Point: Pupils are reminded of purification and introduced to a new method.

Step 2: Explanation of Tayammum and its Conditions

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Definition
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher defines Tayammum and explains in detail the various conditions under which it becomes permissible to perform Tayammum.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, take notes, and ask questions for clarification.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the meaning of Tayammum and when it is allowed.

Step 3: Demonstration of Tayammum

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher uses clean sand/dust and a chart to physically demonstrate the step-by-step process of performing Tayammum clearly and slowly.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the demonstration carefully and pay attention to each step.
Learning Point: Pupils visually learn the practical steps of performing Tayammum.

Step 4: Pupils’ Practice of Tayammum

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Guided Practice
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to practice the steps of Tayammum individually or in small groups, providing corrections and feedback.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils imitate the teacher’s demonstration and practice performing Tayammum under supervision.
Learning Point: Pupils gain practical experience in performing Tayammum.

Step 5: Things That Vitiate Tayammum

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains the actions and situations that can invalidate or break a Tayammum, relating them to what breaks Wudhu.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and note down the things that vitiate Tayammum.
Learning Point: Pupils understand what makes Tayammum null and void.

Step 6: Materials for Tayammum

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Listing/Clarification
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher discusses the types of clean earth materials that can be used for Tayammum, such as sand, stone, and clean dust.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils identify and list the appropriate materials for performing Tayammum.
Learning Point: Pupils know what materials are suitable for Tayammum.

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. What is Tayammum?
2. Mention three conditions under which Tayammum is permitted.
3. List two things that can break Tayammum.
4. Demonstrate how Tayammum is performed.

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/Assignment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the key points of the lesson and assigns homework: “Research and write down two reasons why Tayammum is considered a mercy in Islam.”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy down the homework.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their learning and are given a task to reinforce understanding.

Home Task: Write three lessons learned about AT- TAHARAH and one suitable way to apply the teaching responsibly.

Lesson Keywords

• Tayammum – Ritual purification with clean earth/sand.
• Taharah – Purity or cleanliness in Islam.
• Wudhu – Ritual ablution with water.
• Ghusl – Ritual full-body wash with water.
• Niyyah – Intention.

Differentiation

For pupils who grasp the concept quickly, the teacher will encourage them to research more about the different scholarly opinions on what constitutes “clean earth” for Tayammum. For struggling pupils, the teacher will provide one-on-one guidance during the practical demonstration and simplify explanations, using visual aids more extensively.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Ensure the sand or dust used for demonstration is genuinely clean and free from impurities. Emphasize the ease and flexibility Islam offers through Tayammum. Encourage pupils to practice the steps until they are confident.