ICO Islamic Studies Series, Levels: 1 - 6 (Set of 36 Books, with Teacher Guides)

ICO Islamic Studies a well-designed curriculum serving the mission of Islamic schools to teach and transmit a common set of beliefs, values and norms - with an emphasis on boosting the level of communication between adults and young people. Muslims worldwide share a common set of values based upon the Qur’an and Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (s). The material aims to help students develop spiritually and morally, take pride in being Muslims, and achieve balanced personalities that reflect the moderation of Islam. Finally, the content of this series is presented in a spiral approach, whereby students revisit each area of study and examine it in greater depth each year. Age-appropriate illustrations and pictures throughout the series help solidify important concept.

Features:

1. Integrated review units
2. Additional practice materials
3. A framework for instruction in Islamic studies
4. Assistance in learning the correct practice of Islam
5. Islamic teachings impart key beliefs, norms and values
6. Moral guidance for students living in the West

The ICO project is a distinguished one because:

1. Our curricula meet the needs of the target audience for integrated, coherent, and appropriate curricula.
2. They were prepared according to scientific bases, assimilating the most recent educational and psychological theories.
3. They were prepared by special educationists who are experienced in designing curricula and who are familiar with the needs of the target group.
4. They employed the most recent techniques and educational aids.
5. They went through many quality control processes, which were carried out by specialized committees, and they were enhanced by teachers who evaluated the curricula before releasing them.

The Features and Characteristics of the Textbooks:

These books were prepared by the International Curricula Organization (ICO) and have certain features, which distinguish them from any other textbooks:

First: The Technical Features:

1. The textbooks have been designed in accordance with the international quality standards in all aspects: colors, paper, size, illustration, and printing.
2. They have been furnished with the appropriate illustrations and pictures which match the students’ educational stage and environment.
3. The texts have been distributed and organized in a way that makes the text stand out, paying special attention to the font type and size, and the spaces; and colors were chosen carefully to appeal to the target audience.

Second: The Instructional and Linguistic Features:

1. Reinforce the proper linguistic basis of the non-Arabic speaking students.
2. They build the students’ linguistic dictionary according to their environmental needs.
3. Provide non-Arabic speaking students with a good deal of Islamic vocabulary.
4. Identify the correct articulation of the different sounds through the study of the Glorious Qur’an.
5. Enable the students to evade making mistakes when reciting the Glorious Qur’an through employing the rules of the Arabic language.
6. Provide an integrated curriculum with well-prepared scientific content and vocabulary.
7. Take into consideration the students’ individual mental differences and their diverse linguistic skills.
8. Consider the students’ different cultures.
9. Develop the students’ creativity and mental faculties.

Third: The Educational Content Features:

1. Reinforce the principle of forgiveness and the etiquette of disagreement with others.
2. Develop the spirituality, morality, and values of the students.
3. Help students have good and balanced personalities.
4. Develop the students’ pride in their Muslim identity.
5. Help the caller to Islam to develop a balanced personality that reflects the moderation of Islam.

Follow this link for curriculums that master the higher grades!

Or buy individually:

1. ICO Islamic Studies Textbook: Grade 1, Part 1 (With Access Code)
2. ICO Islamic Studies Textbook: Grade 1, Part 2 (With Access Code)
3. ICO Islamic Studies Workbook: Grade 1, Part 1
4. ICO Islamic Studies Workbook: Grade 1, Part 2
5. ICO Islamic Studies Teacher's Manual: Grade 1, Part 1
6. ICO Islamic Studies Teacher's Manual: Grade 1, Part 2
7. ICO Islamic Studies Textbook: Grade 2, Part 1 (With Access Code)
8. ICO Islamic Studies Textbook: Grade 2, Part 2 (With Access Code)
9. ICO Islamic Studies Workbook: Grade 2, Part 1
10. ICO Islamic Studies Workbook: Grade 2, Part 2
11. ICO Islamic Studies Teacher's Manual: Grade 2, Part 1
12. ICO Islamic Studies Teacher's Manual: Grade 2, Part 2
13. ICO Islamic Studies Textbook: Grade 3, Part 1 (With Access Code)
14. ICO Islamic Studies Textbook: Grade 3, Part 2 (With Access code )
15. ICO Islamic Studies Workbook: Grade 3, Part 1
16. ICO Islamic Studies Workbook: Grade 3, Part 2
17. ICO Islamic Studies Teacher's Manual: Grade 3, Part 1
18. ICO Islamic Studies Teacher's Manual: Grade 3, Part 2
19. ICO Islamic Studies Textbook: Grade 4, Part 1 (With Access Code)
20. ICO Islamic Studies Textbook: Grade 4, Part 2 (With access code)
21. ICO Islamic Studies Workbook: Grade 4, Part 1
22. ICO Islamic Studies Workbook: Grade 4, Part 2
23. ICO Islamic Studies Teacher's Manual: Grade 4, Part 1
24. ICO Islamic studies Teacher's Manual: Grade 4, Part 2
25. ICO Islamic Studies Textbook: Grade 5, Part 1 (With Access Code)
26. ICO Islamic Studies Textbook: Grade 5, Part 2 (With Access code)
27. ICO Islamic Studies Workbook: Grade 5, Part 1
28. ICO Islamic Studies Workbook: Grade 5, Part 2
29. ICO Islamic Studies Teacher's Manual: Grade 5 Part 1
30. ICO Islamic Studies Teacher's Manual: Grade 5, Part 2
31. ICO Islamic Studies Textbook: Grade 6, Part 1 (With Access Code)
32. ICO Islamic Studies Textbook: Grade 6, Part 2 (With Access Code)
33. ICO Islamic Studies Workbook: Grade 6, Part 1
34. ICO Islamic Studies Workbook: Grade 6, Part 2
35. ICO Islamic Studies Teacher's Manual: Grade 6, Part 1
36. ICO Islamic Studies Teacher's Manual: Grade 6, Part 2