There is no quick fix solution to Tarbiyyah. It takes time, commitment, effort and consistency. That is why here, at Ilmburst, we’ve put together a year long programme for 9-12 year olds at the heart of which is developing a connection with Allah (swt).
Too often, in the teen years, young people begin entertaining doubts in their head, about the deen, or about Allah (swt). Sometimes it begins with small niggles, and if not addressed can lead to young people turning away from the religion completely.
The year will be split up into three terms, each term focusing on a different strand. At the beginning of each term, an accompanying activity booklet will be emailed out to each student.
Do you have to have attended term 1 in order to register?
No, each term is standalone with a different focus. This term’s focus is character development.
Each lesson will explore a beautiful name of Allah (swt). Some of the selected names include Ar Rahman, As Samee, Al Baseer, Al Jameel, At Tawwab, As Salam, Al Wadood, and Al Khaliq.
More about Allah (swt), focusing on His attributes like hands, eyes, feet and face and what a Muslim should believe about these. Other topics that will be explored include Allah’s reward and punishment, His smile, and His justice. This strand will also include selected tafseer such as surah Ikhlas and Ayatul Kursi.
A fun game, where each week, young people attempt to guess a different sign of Allah swt using the given clues, which they can then further research.
An informal chat with a different guest each week sharing their experiences and stories around the above theme, getting young people to notice and recognise how Allah loves us in our lives
Each term will end with a mini project to consolidate learning. At the end of the first term, students will author their own mini book entitled ‘Why I Love Allah (swt)?
Each session will begin with a story of a role model from history who exemplified strength of character.
This section will explore different aspects of the character of a Muslim including honesty, gentleness, forgiveness, patience, and respect as well as emphasising the importance of knowledge, salah, du’a and adhkar.
A fun game where young people attempt to guess the specific rewards of different good deeds and character traits.
An informal chat with a different guest each week sharing their experiences and stories around the above theme, getting young people to notice and recognise how Allah loves us in our lives
Consolidation Project: At the end of the term, students will design their own board game based on the theme of character development.
Each session will begin with a principle extracted from the Qur’an or Ahadith about how to deal with challenges.
The challenges that young people may come across in secondary school are varied and wide. Preparation is key. Topics that will be addressed include peer pressure, body image, managing conflict with parents, puberty, drugs, social media, and Muslim identity.
A fun memory game based around various Islamic themes.
An informal chat with a different guest each week sharing their experiences and stories around the above theme
Consolidation project: At the end of the term, students, with the guide of an artist will explore different forms of word art, and then produce a poster with their four favourite principles.
No, although there will be some formal learning, there will be a relaxed club like element where there will be games, chats with special guests to share their experiences, and termly consolidation challenges. The key will be to develop a rapport with young people and see them grow on this quest to establish a connection with their Lord, build their Islamic character, and through these, know how to deal with everyday challenges.
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A Director of Ilmburst, Aneesa has memorised the Qur’an, and holds a BA in English and a MA in Applied Linguistics from the University of Birmingham. She also holds a CELTA teaching qualification and has a passion for teaching young learners. Aneesa was the main author behind the Embrace Puberty books.
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