Students examine how the author's world view expanded by living in another culture. They discover the three lessons Storti learned as a Volunteer and find out how he learned them and reflect on the enduring understanding: "Living and...

Students probe their own histories to record how they have had to expand their world views. They determine "Everyone has a culture. It influences how we see the world, ourselves, and others." The explain the concept of cultural...

Young scholars examine specific clever strategies of the author and incorporate them in their own writings. They emulate Storti's strategies in writing an arresting lead and share their pieces in a class discussion, allowing them to...

In this religious studies end of term test worksheet, students respond to 15 true or false, word scramble, and short answer questions.

Learners research the aspects of Dome of the Rock. They investigate the Noble Sanctuary, architectural features of the Dome of the Rock and the early Moslem Age.

First graders listen to a variety of Noah's Ark, based on the story in the Old Testament. They hear another "flood story" for comparison.

A comprehensive learning module on Islamic Spain that includes three supporting questions accompanied by formative tasks and source materials, followed by a summative performance task. Topics covered include the religious tolerance of...

Photographs and filmed footage of five Islamic architectural masterpieces: Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem, the Mosque of Ibn Tulun in Cairo, the Great Mosque of Damascus, the Alhambra in Granada, and the Mosque of Shaykh Lutfallah in...

A general introduction to Islamic art. Explains the term, the unifying style elements of Islamic art, the role of calligraphy, popular misconceptions about Islamic art, and similar topics. Includes internal links to definitions of...

A collection of links to Islamic organizations and events for Muslims in Philadelphia, including groups, schools, and mosques.

A detailed description of Hajj provided by the Council on Islamic Education. Includes suggested questions and activities for the classroom plus a great glossary.

This site has history of Islam in the Middle East.

Good article on the first four caliphs of Islam. The reign of each is summarized briefly, emphasizing their most important attributes, actions, and contributions to the Islamic community.

Read about the scholarship and culture in the Golden Age of Islam.

Known locally as Mezquita-Catedral, the Great Mosque of Cordoba is one of the oldest structures still standing from the time Muslims ruled Al-Andalus. View pictures and read descriptions of this example of Islamic architecture in this...

This is a Spanish tourism page with quite a bit of information on the Mosque of Cordoba, one of their most famous sights. It also includes information on the time of Muslim rule when the Mosque was built.

In-depth look at Hajj, the pilgrimage that Muslims are obligated to take. Includes pictures and detailed descriptions of each day's events, as well as information on the landmarks visited during pilgrimage.

This site provides a basic summary of the prayers to be performed every day according to Islamic tradition. Each of the five daily prayers is briefly summarized and for each, there is a Real Player movie.

Here are basic instructions for partial and full ablution, the performance of cleaning and purification, which is required before prayer in the Muslim tradition.

An account of the history of Islam in Spain.

An extensive description of the accomplishments and reforms brought about by the Abbasid rulers. Discusses many governmental and societal reforms.

This site gives a history of the building and growth of Islamic civilization in Spain as well as the problems faced by the Muslims as Christian resistance grew and the Inquisition took place.

This site gives a history of the building and growth of Islamic civilization in Spain as well as the problems faced by the Muslims as Christian resistance grew and the Inquisition took place.

This site gives a history of the building and growth of Islamic civilization in Spain as well as the problems faced by the Muslims as Christian resistance grew and the Inquisition took place.