Creator: Ahlul Bayt Digital Islamic Library Project | visit site
Grade Range: 8 - 11
Use this searchable resource to foster understanding of Islamic history, law, and practice. The "Discover Islam" section provides a beginner’s introduction to understanding Islam and Muslim traditions, as well as essays addressing similarities and differences between Islam and Christianity. The site includes a Shi’ite encyclopedia, photos of sites sacred to Islam, examples of Islamic artwork, and a collection of downloadable fact sheets - available in numerous languages - covering a range of topics.
In the Classroom
This site would be extremely useful in an upper-level course, in which teachers are comfortable with the student’s reading ability. Some of the articles explain the background of Islam in a way that is both easy to understand and concise. Use the articles to supplement the textbook! This site would also be great for students working on research projects about Islam. Post the site on the teacher wiki or web page to allow them to access it both in and out of the classroom.
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Current Events, Current Events, Social Studies, Social Studies, History & Culture: World, History & Culture: Middle East,