Attributes of Allah (Swt), Article 1-5 for Primary 1

Class: Primary 1
Term: First Term
Week: 9
Age: 6 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Islamic Religion Studies
Curriculum Theme: Islamic Religion Studies
Previous Lesson: Memorising Surah an-Nas.
Topic: Attributes of Allah (Swt)
Subject Matter: Article 1-5

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

• Identify at least three attributes of Allah (Swt).
• Recall the meaning of each attribute discussed.
• State why it is important to know Allah’s attributes.

Affective Domain:

• Appreciate Allah’s greatness through His attributes.
• Show respect when mentioning Allah’s name and attributes.
• Develop a desire to learn more about Allah (Swt).

Psychomotor Domain:

• Recite the discussed attributes of Allah (Swt).
• Illustrate simple actions that show Allah is All-Seeing or All-Hearing.

Social Domain:

• Share their knowledge of Allah’s attributes with classmates.
• Cooperate during group recitation of the attributes.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum for Islamic Religion Studies.
• State Unified Scheme of Work for Primary 1 Islamic Religion Studies.
• Islamic Religious Knowledge for Primary Schools Book 1.
• Flashcards showing attributes of Allah (Swt).

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Flashcards with the names of Allah’s attributes.
• Pictures of various creations of Allah (e.g., animals, plants, sky).
• Whiteboard and markers or chalkboard and chalk.

Rationale for the Lesson

Learning the attributes of Allah (Swt) helps pupils understand who Allah is and His immense power and wisdom. This knowledge enables pupils to develop a deeper connection with their Creator and strengthens their faith from an early age.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils know that Allah (Swt) is their Creator and Sustainer.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Attributes of Allah (Swt)

Understanding Allah’s Attributes (Asmaul Husna)

The attributes of Allah (Swt) are His beautiful names and qualities. They tell us about who Allah is and what He can do. Knowing these attributes helps us to love and worship Him better.

Article 1: Allah is One (Al-Ahad)

Allah is only One. He has no partners, no father, no mother, and no children. There is no god but Allah. He is unique and alone in His Divinity.

Article 2: Allah is The Creator (Al-Khaliq)

Allah is the Creator of everything. He created the heavens, the earth, the sun, the moon, humans, animals, and all things we see and do not see. He brings everything into existence from nothing.

Article 3: Allah is All-Hearing (As-Sami’)

Allah hears everything. He hears our prayers, our thoughts, and every sound in the universe, no matter how small or quiet. We should always speak good words because Allah hears us.

Article 4: Allah is All-Seeing (Al-Basir)

Allah sees everything. He sees what we do, what we hide, and what is open. Nothing is hidden from Allah. This reminds us to always do good deeds because Allah is watching.

Article 5: Allah is All-Powerful (Al-Qadir)

Allah is All-Powerful. He can do anything He wishes. Nothing is impossible for Allah. His power is limitless, and He controls everything in the universe.

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 about Allah being our Creator, and asks pupils to mention some things Allah created. The teacher then introduces the topic: Attributes of Allah (Swt).
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to greetings, recall previous knowledge, and listen attentively to the new topic.
Learning Point: Pupils are prepared for the lesson and connect it to prior knowledge.

Step 2: Explanation of Allah’s Attributes

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Illustration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains in simple terms what “Attributes of Allah (Swt)” means, using the whiteboard to write the topic. The teacher emphasizes that these are Allah’s beautiful names and qualities.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, repeat the topic, and ask questions for clarification.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the general concept of Allah’s attributes.

Step 3: Discussion of Article 1 & 2

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Elucidation/Participation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher introduces “Allah is One (Al-Ahad)” using a flashcard and explains its meaning. The teacher then introduces “Allah is The Creator (Al-Khaliq)” with another flashcard, asking pupils to name things Allah created.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, repeat the attributes, and mention various creations of Allah.
Learning Point: Pupils identify and understand the first two attributes.

Step 4: Discussion of Article 3 & 4

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Engagement
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher introduces “Allah is All-Hearing (As-Sami’)” and explains how Allah hears everything, even whispers. The teacher then presents “Allah is All-Seeing (Al-Basir)” and discusses how Allah sees all our actions.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, repeat the attributes, and give examples of sounds or actions.
Learning Point: Pupils grasp the meanings of Allah being All-Hearing and All-Seeing.

Step 5: Discussion of Article 5

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Reinforcement
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher introduces “Allah is All-Powerful (Al-Qadir)” and explains that Allah can do anything. The teacher asks pupils to think of things that show Allah’s power (e.g., making the sun rise).
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, repeat the attribute, and share their thoughts on Allah’s power.
Learning Point: Pupils understand Allah’s limitless power.

Step 6: Reading and Memorization

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Recitation/Drill
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher leads the pupils in a collective recitation of all five attributes and their simple meanings, using the flashcards or board summary.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils repeat after the teacher, trying to memorize the attributes.
Learning Point: Pupils practice reciting the attributes for memorization.

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 does it mean that “Allah is One”?
2. Mention two things that show “Allah is The Creator”.
3. If “Allah is All-Hearing”, what should we be careful about when we speak?
4. If “Allah is All-Seeing”, what does that tell us about our actions?

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
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the lesson by reiterating the importance of knowing and believing in Allah’s attributes. The teacher gives homework, asking pupils to draw something Allah created.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy their homework.
Learning Point: Pupils reinforce their understanding and are given an activity to practice at home.

Home Task: Write one lesson learned about Attributes of Allah (Swt) and one suitable way to apply the teaching responsibly.

Lesson Keywords

• Allah – The One God in Islam.
• Attributes – The qualities or characteristics of Allah.
• Swt – An abbreviation for “Subhanahu wa Ta’ala,” meaning “Glorified and Exalted Is He.”
• One – Meaning Allah has no partners.
• Creator – The One who made everything.
• Hearing – Being able to perceive sound.
• Seeing – Being able to perceive with the eyes.
• Powerful – Having great strength or ability.

Differentiation

For pupils who are struggling, the teacher will provide extra support by repeating the attributes and their meanings individually. More advanced pupils will be encouraged to explain the attributes in their own words or mention more examples of Allah’s creations.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Ensure the explanations of Allah’s attributes are kept simple and relatable for Primary 1 pupils. Use visual aids like flashcards effectively to help pupils remember the attributes. Encourage active participation through questions and repetition to foster memorization and understanding.