Class: Primary 3
Term: 1st Term
Week: 8
Age: 8 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Islamic Religious Studies
Curriculum Theme: Islamic Religious Studies
Previous Lesson: Suratul Asr.
Topic: Cleanliness Purification
Subject Matter: CLEANLINESS PURIFICATION

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

Define cleanliness (Taharah) in Islam.
Identify a Hadith that emphasizes cleanliness.
Explain the importance of cleanliness in Islam.

Affective Domain:

Appreciate the value of cleanliness in daily life.
Show willingness to maintain personal and environmental cleanliness.

Psychomotor Domain:

Practice basic acts of physical purification (e.g., washing hands).
Draw simple pictures related to cleanliness.

Share knowledge about cleanliness with peers.
Encourage others to maintain clean habits.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum for Islamic Religious Studies (Primary 3)
State Unified Scheme of Work for Islamic Religious Studies (Primary 3)
Islamic Religious Knowledge for Primary Schools, Book 3
https://nigerianwiki.com/Islamic_Religious_Studies
https://islamqa.info/en/answers/20067/the-importance-of-cleanliness-in-islam

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Pictures showing clean and unclean environments
A chart displaying a Hadith on cleanliness
Water
Soap
Sponge

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils understand the importance of cleanliness in Islam, which is essential for worship and a healthy life. Learning about purification encourages them to adopt good hygiene habits in their daily routines.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have basic knowledge of personal hygiene and some fundamental Islamic practices.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

CLEANLINESS PURIFICATION

What is Cleanliness (Taharah)?

Cleanliness, known as “Taharah” in Arabic, means being free from dirt, impurities, and defilement. It involves keeping our bodies, clothes, and surroundings clean.

Importance of Cleanliness in Islam

Islam places great emphasis on cleanliness. It is considered an important part of faith and worship. A Muslim must be clean to perform prayers (Salat) and read the Qur’an.

Hadith on Cleanliness

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “Cleanliness is half of faith (Iman).” (Sahih Muslim)

This Hadith teaches us that being clean is a very important aspect of being a Muslim and believing in Allah.

Types of Cleanliness

The following are types of cleanliness:

Physical Cleanliness: Keeping our bodies, clothes, and homes clean. This includes bathing, brushing teeth, washing hands, and keeping our environment tidy.
Spiritual Cleanliness: Keeping our hearts and minds free from bad thoughts, envy, hatred, and other sins. This is achieved through good deeds, prayer, and remembering Allah.

Ways to Maintain Cleanliness

The following are ways to maintain cleanliness:

Take a bath regularly.
Brush your teeth twice a day.
Wash your hands before eating and after using the toilet.
Keep your clothes clean.
Sweep and tidy your home and surroundings.
Perform Wudu (ablution) before prayers.

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 and asks them about their morning routines, especially about bathing and brushing teeth. The teacher then asks what “clean” means to them.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to the questions, sharing their routines and ideas of cleanliness.
Learning Point: Pupils connect their daily lives to the lesson topic.

Step 2: Presentation of Cleanliness Concept

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation/Illustration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains what cleanliness (Taharah) means in Islam and its general importance. The teacher uses pictures to illustrate clean versus unclean environments.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen attentively, observe the pictures, and ask questions for clarification.
Learning Point: Pupils understand the definition and general importance of cleanliness.

Step 3: Introduction of the Hadith

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Narration/Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher displays the Hadith “Cleanliness is half of faith” on a chart, reads it aloud, and explains its meaning and significance.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen, repeat the Hadith, and try to understand its message.
Learning Point: Pupils learn a key Hadith about cleanliness and its importance.

Step 4: Discussion on Types of Cleanliness

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Discussion/Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher leads a discussion on physical and spiritual cleanliness, providing examples for each.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils participate in the discussion, giving their own examples of how they maintain cleanliness.
Learning Point: Pupils differentiate between physical and spiritual cleanliness.

Step 5: Practical Demonstration/Activity

Time: 6 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher demonstrates proper handwashing technique using soap and water, emphasizing key steps.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the demonstration and practice the steps in the air or with their own hands (if facilities allow).
Learning Point: Pupils learn practical ways to maintain physical cleanliness.

Step 6: Listing Ways to Maintain Cleanliness

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Brainstorming/Listing
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to list various ways they can maintain personal and environmental cleanliness, writing points on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils contribute ideas and copy the points from the board into their notebooks.
Learning Point: Pupils identify practical steps for maintaining cleanliness.

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 is cleanliness (Taharah) in Islam?
Mention one Hadith that talks about cleanliness.
State two reasons why cleanliness is important in Islam.
List three ways you can keep yourself clean.

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 main points of the lesson, emphasizing that cleanliness is a duty for every Muslim and beneficial for health. The teacher encourages pupils to always be clean.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and make a commitment to practice cleanliness.
Learning Point: Reinforces the importance of cleanliness in daily life.

Home Task: Write three lessons learned about Cleanliness Purification and one suitable way to apply the teaching responsibly.

Lesson Keywords

Cleanliness – Being free from dirt, impurities, or unwanted substances.
Purification – The process of making something clean or pure.
Taharah – The Arabic term for cleanliness or purity, especially in an Islamic context.
Hadith – Sayings, actions, or approvals of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
Wudu – The Islamic ritual washing of parts of the body, a form of purification before prayer.

Differentiation

For struggling learners: Provide simplified explanations, visual aids, and pair them with stronger pupils for support. Focus on basic definitions and one key Hadith.
For advanced learners: Encourage them to identify more Hadith related to cleanliness or discuss different types of impurities (najasaat) and their purification methods.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Ensure that the Hadith is presented clearly and its meaning is well understood by the pupils. Encourage practical application of cleanliness habits within the school environment and at home. Use real-life examples to make the lesson relatable.