Belief in the Revealed Books for Primary 4

Class: Primary 4
Term: Third Term
Week: 3
Age: 9 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Islamic Religion Studies
Curriculum Theme: Islamic Religion Studies
Previous Lesson: Short History of Uthman Bn Affan.
Topic: Belief in the Revealed Books
Subject Matter: (HOLY QUR’AN) Belief in the revealed books (Holy Qur’an)

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

• Identify the major revealed books in Islam.
• Explain what the Holy Qur’an is.
• Describe how the Holy Qur’an confirms and incorporates messages from previous revealed books.

Affective Domain:

• Appreciate the importance of believing in all revealed books.
• Show respect for the Holy Qur’an as the word of Allah.

Psychomotor Domain:

• Mention some chapters or verses from the Holy Qur’an.
• Handle a copy of the Holy Qur’an with care.

Social Domain:

• Participate actively and respectfully in class discussions about the revealed books.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum for Islamic Religion Studies, Primary 4
• State Unified Scheme of Work
• Islamic Religion Studies Textbook for Primary 4
• A copy of the Holy Qur’an

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• A copy of the Holy Qur’an
• Pictures of different revealed books (if available)
• A chart showing names of prophets and their respective revealed books

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson enables pupils to understand the concept of divine revelation and the importance of believing in all books sent by Allah. It helps them to know the Holy Qur’an as the final and complete guidance for Muslims, which confirms and supersedes previous revelations, guiding them in their daily lives.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have prior knowledge of Allah as the Creator, His prophets, and the general concept of divine guidance.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Belief in the Revealed Books

(HOLY QUR’AN) Belief in the revealed books (Holy Qur’an)

1. What are Revealed Books?

Revealed books are messages sent by Allah (God) to His prophets to guide humanity. These books contain Allah’s commands, laws, and teachings for people to live a righteous life.

2. Major Revealed Books and Their Prophets

Allah sent several books to different prophets throughout history. The following are some of the major ones:

• Tawrat (Torah) – Revealed to Prophet Musa (Moses) (A.S.).
• Zabur (Psalms) – Revealed to Prophet Dawud (David) (A.S.).
• Injil (Gospel) – Revealed to Prophet Isa (Jesus) (A.S.).
• Holy Qur’an – Revealed to Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.).

3. The Holy Qur’an

The Holy Qur’an is the final and complete book of Allah. It was revealed to Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) over a period of 23 years. It is preserved in its original form and is a source of guidance for all Muslims until the Day of Judgment.

4. How the Holy Qur’an Incorporates Previous Revelations

The Holy Qur’an is unique because it:

• Confirms the original truth of earlier messages found in the Tawrat, Zabur, and Injil. It teaches the same fundamental belief in one God.
• Corrects any distortions or changes that occurred in previous books over time.
• Completes the divine guidance for all humanity, providing a comprehensive way of life that covers all aspects of human existence.

5. Importance of the Holy Qur’an

The Holy Qur’an is very important because:

• It is the final and perfect word of Allah.
• It provides clear guidance for Muslims in all aspects of life, including worship, morals, and social dealings.
• It contains laws and teachings that promote peace, justice, and righteousness.
• It is a source of immense knowledge, wisdom, and spiritual healing.

Qur’an References

• Surah Al-Baqarah (2:2) – “This is the Book about which there is no doubt, a guidance for those conscious of Allah.”
• Surah Al-Ma’idah (5:48) – “…And We have sent down to you, [O Muhammad], the Book in truth, confirming that which came before it of the Scripture and as a guardian over it…”

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

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

Instructional Procedures

Belief in the Revealed Books (Holy Qur’an)

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils, reviews the previous lesson on Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.), and introduces the new topic by asking if they know of any holy books.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to greetings, recall the previous lesson, and mention books like the Bible or Qur’an.
Learning Point: Pupils are prepared for the new lesson and connect it to prior knowledge.

Step 2: Explanation of Revealed Books

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Illustration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains what revealed books are and mentions the major ones like Tawrat, Zabur, Injil, and their respective prophets, using the chart.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively, observe the chart, and repeat the names of the books and prophets.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the concept of revealed books and can name some of them.

Step 3: Focus on the Holy Qur’an

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Exposition/Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains that the Holy Qur’an is the last and complete revealed book sent to Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.). The teacher displays a copy of the Qur’an, showing how it should be handled with respect.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, observe the Holy Qur’an, and practice showing respect for it.
Learning Point: Pupils know the Holy Qur’an is the final book and how to treat it respectfully.

Step 4: Qur’an Incorporating Previous Books

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains how the Holy Qur’an confirms the original messages of previous books, corrects errors, and completes Allah’s guidance for mankind.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and ask questions for clarification on how the Qur’an relates to earlier books.
Learning Point: Pupils understand that the Qur’an confirms and perfects previous revelations.

Step 5: Importance of the Qur’an

Time: 6 minutes
Teaching Skill: Elaboration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher discusses the importance of the Holy Qur’an as a guide for all aspects of a Muslim’s life, mentioning its role in worship, morals, and laws.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and state some ways the Qur’an guides them.
Learning Point: Pupils appreciate the significance of the Holy Qur’an in a Muslim’s life.

Step 6: Class Discussion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning/Encouragement
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher encourages pupils to ask any remaining questions or share their thoughts on the lesson.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils ask questions and participate in the discussion.
Learning Point: Pupils clarify any misunderstandings and deepen their engagement.

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. Name three major revealed books of Allah.
2. To which prophet was the Holy Qur’an revealed?
3. State two ways the Holy Qur’an incorporates messages from previous revealed books.
4. Why is it important for Muslims to believe in the Holy Qur’an?

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 8: Conclusion

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the main points of the lesson, emphasizing that belief in revealed books, especially the Holy Qur’an, is a fundamental pillar of Islam. The teacher gives an assignment to read Surah Al-Fatiha.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy the assignment.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their understanding and are given further practice.

Home Task: Write three lessons learned about Belief in the Revealed Books and one suitable way to apply the teaching responsibly.

Lesson Keywords

• Qur’an – The final holy book of Islam, revealed to Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.).
• Tawrat – The holy book revealed to Prophet Musa (Moses) (A.S.).
• Zabur – The holy book revealed to Prophet Dawud (David) (A.S.).
• Injil – The holy book revealed to Prophet Isa (Jesus) (A.S.).
• Revelation – Messages or guidance sent by Allah to His prophets.
• Prophets – Special messengers chosen by Allah to guide humanity.
• Islam – The religion of peace and submission to Allah.

Differentiation

For pupils who are struggling, the teacher will provide simplified explanations and use more visual aids like flashcards with names of books and prophets. Advanced learners will be encouraged to research more about the history of the revelation of the Holy Qur’an and share their findings with the class.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Ensure that pupils understand the concept of divine revelation as a continuous process culminating in the Holy Qur’an. Emphasize the respect due to all holy books, especially the Qur’an. Encourage pupils to bring their personal copies of the Qur’an to class (if allowed by school policy) for practical demonstration and handling.