Class: Primary 3
Term: First Term
Week: 4
Age: 8 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Islamic Religious Studies
Curriculum Theme: Islamic Religious Studies
Previous Lesson: .
Topic: Prophets of Allah
Subject Matter: Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) and his family life with Khadijah.

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:

State Prophet Muhammad’s (S.A.W.) relationship with Khadijah.
List the names of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) and Khadijah’s children.

Affective Domain:

Appreciate the exemplary family life of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.).
Show respect for the Prophet’s family.

Psychomotor Domain:

Narrate the story of Prophet Muhammad’s (S.A.W.) family life with Khadijah.

Listen attentively to the story of the Prophet’s family life.
Ask relevant questions about the Prophet’s family.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum for Primary 3
State Unified Scheme of Work
Islamic Religious Knowledge for Primary 3

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Pictures showing Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) and his family (drawn or printed)
Chart showing the names of the Prophet’s children
Storybook on the life of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.)

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson helps pupils understand the personal life of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) and his relationship with his wife Khadijah. It enables pupils to learn about the Prophet’s exemplary family values and the importance of good family relationships in Islam.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have basic knowledge of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) as the last Prophet of Allah.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Prophets of Allah

Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) and his Family Life

Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) is the last Prophet sent by Allah to guide mankind. His life is a perfect example for all Muslims, including his family life.

Marriage to Khadijah (R.A.)

Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) married Khadijah bint Khuwaylid (R.A.) when he was 25 years old and she was 40 years old. She was a noble and wealthy businesswoman who offered great support to the Prophet.

Their Relationship

The relationship between Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) and Khadijah (R.A.) was filled with love, respect, and mutual support. Khadijah (R.A.) was the first person to believe in his prophethood and always stood by him, especially during difficult times.

Children of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) and Khadijah (R.A.)

Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) and Khadijah (R.A.) had six children. Two sons and four daughters. Their sons died in infancy.

Sons:
- Qasim
- Abdullah
Daughters:
- Zaynab
- Ruqayyah
- Umm Kulthum
- Fatimah

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 the importance of Prophets, and then introduces the topic: “Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) and his family life with Khadijah.”
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond to greetings, briefly recall the previous lesson, and listen attentively to the new topic.
Learning Point: Pupils are prepared for the new lesson.

Step 2: Introduction of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.)

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher briefly reminds pupils about Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) as the last Prophet of Islam and shows a picture of him (or a depiction representing him). The teacher explains that today’s lesson will focus on his family life.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and identify the picture of the Prophet.
Learning Point: Pupils recall and connect with the identity of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.).

Step 3: Discussing His Marriage to Khadijah (R.A.)

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Storytelling
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher narrates the story of Prophet Muhammad’s (S.A.W.) marriage to Khadijah (R.A.), explaining how they met and married.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the story of the marriage.
Learning Point: Pupils understand how Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) and Khadijah (R.A.) became husband and wife.

Step 4: Explaining Their Relationship

Time: 8 minutes
Teaching Skill: Description
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains the nature of the relationship between Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) and Khadijah (R.A.), highlighting their love, respect, and mutual support, especially during the early days of Islam.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and ask questions about their relationship.
Learning Point: Pupils learn about the strong and supportive bond between the Prophet and Khadijah (R.A.).

Step 5: Listing Their Children

Time: 7 minutes
Teaching Skill: Listing/Identification
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher uses a chart to list the names of the children Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) had with Khadijah (R.A.), mentioning that their sons died young.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils identify and repeat the names of the Prophet’s children with Khadijah (R.A.).
Learning Point: Pupils can recall the names of the Prophet’s children.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

Who was Prophet Muhammad’s (S.A.W.) first wife?
Mention two qualities of the relationship between Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) and Khadijah (R.A.).
List any two daughters of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) and Khadijah (R.A.).
What lesson can we learn from the family life of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.)?

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Pupils demonstrate understanding of the lesson.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Summarization
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher summarizes the lesson by reiterating the importance of Prophet Muhammad’s (S.A.W.) exemplary family life and assigns pupils to draw a picture related to the Prophet’s family for homework.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen to the summary and copy their homework.
Learning Point: Pupils consolidate their understanding and prepare for further engagement.

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

Lesson Keywords

Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) – The last messenger of Allah in Islam.
Khadijah (R.A.) – The first wife of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) and the first person to accept Islam.
Family Life – The way a person lives with their spouse and children.
Children – The sons and daughters of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) and Khadijah (R.A.).

Differentiation

For pupils who grasp concepts quickly, the teacher will encourage them to research more about the other wives of Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.). For those needing more support, the teacher will use more visual aids and repeat key names and facts slowly, providing individual guidance.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Encourage pupils to ask questions to deepen their understanding of the Prophet’s family life. Emphasize the values of love, respect, and support that were evident in their relationship. Ensure a respectful and engaging environment for discussing this important figure in Islam.