This six-lesson RE unit for KS2 introduces pupils to key beliefs and practices in Islam, focusing on trust in Allah, prayer, the Qur’an, the mosque, and the celebration of Eid. Pupils learn how worship, daily life, and festivals reflect what matters most to Muslim people. The unit includes structured activities, discussion prompts, and differentiated tasks suitable for Years 3–6. It links to the unit ‘How do festivals and worship show what matters to a Muslim?’ by RE Today/NATRE.

✔ Full six-lesson planning grid
✔ PowerPoint slides for each lesson
✔ Differentiated worksheets (mind maps, text investigations, mosque design, Eid invitations)
✔ Printable resources (word banks, reflection sheets, WAGOLLs)
✔ Links to BBC video clips and suggested YouTube content

★ Lesson 1 – What matters to Muslims?
Starter: Image discussion (mosque, Qur’an, Eid)
Main: Introduce Islam, peace, and submission; trust demonstration
Activity: “Trust in Allah” mind map or worksheet
Plenary: Word association and greeting practice

★ Lesson 2 – What does the Qur’an teach about Allah?
Starter: Sticky knowledge quiz
Main: Read Surah Al-Fatiha; discuss mercy, guidance, Tawhid
Activity: Match phrases to meanings; write reflections
Plenary: Thumbs up/down quiz and discussion

★ Lesson 3 – Why is prayer important to Muslims?
Starter: Quiz and whiteboard brainstorm
Main: Salah movements and meanings; wudu explanation
Activity: Label prayer positions and design prayer mat section
Plenary: Reflective circle and personal habit discussion

★ Lesson 4 – What happens at the mosque?
Starter: Mosque image comparison and question generation
Main: Virtual mosque tour and discussion
Activity: Design a mosque with labelled features
Plenary: Exit question and reflection

★ Lesson 5 – Why do Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr?
Starter: Five Pillars recap quiz
Main: Ramadan and Eid explained with discussion slides
Activity: Design an Eid invitation with illustrations and explanations
Plenary: Sticky note reflection and class discussion

★ Lesson 6 – What have we learned about Islam and Eid?
Starter: Faith Facts Challenge quiz
Main: Guest speaker Q&A (or video)
Activity: Faith Journey reflection sheet
Plenary: Group discussion and one-word summary

✔ Differentiated tasks for support and challenge
✔ Clear links to SMSC and British Values
✔ Suitable for whole-class, small group, or independent work
✔ Ideal for RE coordinators or non-specialist teachers

Suggested use cases:
✔ KS2 RE lessons on Islam
✔ Faith and belief units
✔ Eid and Ramadan assemblies
✔ Interfaith week activities
✔ SMSC and values-based learning

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