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KS2 - Early Islamic Civilisation

In this fascinating outdoor unit, children will develop their history as well as their art and geography skills. They will learn about the rise of this ancient civilisation, the significance of the city of Baghdad and how the empire still impacts us today.

Key events in the Early Islamic Civilisation

LO: To understand and order the key events in the Early Islamic Civilisation.

In this outdoor lesson, children will explore the key events in the Early Islamic Civilisation, while developing their map work and atlas skills to immerse themselves in exploring the ancient city of Baghdad!

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Finding out about Islamic numeral systems

LO: To find out about Al-khwarizmi and the Arabic numeral system.

Combine Maths and History while teaching your children about the great Muslim mathematician Al-khwarizmi and the transition from the Roman to the Arabic numeral system. Using natural loose parts and collaboration, this engaging outdoor lesson is easy to set up and requires minimal resourcing!

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Understanding the importance of Baghdad for trade

LO: To understand the importance of Baghdad for trade.

In this fun, outdoor lesson, your children will take part in a role-play about the ancient trade routes of Baghdad! Think large-scale, immersive experience that will transport them to the city of Baghdad and enable them to learn about imported and exported products of the time.

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Creating artwork based on Islamic tile patterns

LO: To create artwork based on Islamic tile patterns.

In this engaging and creative lesson, children will learn about the significance and key features of Islamic geometric patterns and create some of their own!

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Comparing and contrasting Baghdad with London

LO: To compare and contrast Baghdad with London in AD900.

Develop your children’s understanding of how Baghdad and London during AD900 differ with this engaging outdoor lesson that requires your children to compare and contrast the two cities. Your children will have the opportunity to incorporate what they’ve learned during this unit with their own creativity to challenge each other with gameplay.

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