Unit 5: The Rise of Islam

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[dropcap type=”box”]T[/dropcap]he rise of Islam is a pivotal moment in history. The effects of Islam are still seen and experienced by us today. This unit will help students understand the Rise of Islam and its founder Mohammed.

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Unit 5 [flag bg_color=”#d6e3bc” text_color=”#9d241a”]Middle School[/flag]

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Unit Overview

Subjects Covered: Grammar, Literature, Composition, Social Studies
Time Period: Medieval – Renaissance
Grade Level: Middle School: 6-8
Civilization: Arab, Islamic, Roman
Literature: Son of Charlemange

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Unit Description

The rise of Islam is a pivotal moment in history. The effects of Islam are still seen and experienced by us today. While there are many negative effects of Islam in the modern world, they are also responsible for many great things, such as, the rediscovery of Plato, Aristotle, and the preservation of many of the great Greek thinkers. This unit will allow the reader to know and understand the Rise of Islam as well as its founder, Mohammmed.

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Leading Ideas and Biblical Principles

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An individual’s character will be reflected in his leadership.
As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he. – Proverbs 23:7
There is power in the spoken word to do evil or to do good.
Out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaketh. – Matthew 12:34
The rise and fall of nations and leaders is determined by God. – Proverbs 21:1
God’s word is the supreme source of God’s revelation to man. II Timothy 3:16-17.

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Key Events, People, and Topics.

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Mohammed
Abu-Bekr
Tarick
Charles the Hammer
Battle of Tours
Pepin

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Unit 5 Resources: [flag bg_color=”#d6e3bc” text_color=”#9d241a”]Elementary[/flag]

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Supporting Videos

History Channel: History of Ramadan (parent discretion suggested)

Islam Advanced Knowledge

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