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Muslim prayer beads are called Tasbih. A Tasbih has 99 beads.

Islam 02

Explore Ramadan, a special month in Islam. Find out how Muslims fast, pray and help others, and learn what this important time means in daily life.

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Fascinating Fact:

Ramadan is a special month in Islam. Many Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset during this time.

In KS2 Religious Education, pupils learn how Ramadan encourages Muslims to be patient, thankful and kind. It is a time for extra prayer, reading the Qur’an and caring for people in need.

  • Ramadan: A month in the Islamic calendar when many Muslims focus on worship, self-control and helping others.
  • Fasting: Choosing not to eat or drink for a set time to show obedience, self-discipline and care for those with less.
  • Eid-ul-Fitr: A festival that marks the end of Ramadan, often celebrated with special prayers, food, gifts and charity.
What is Ramadan in Islam for KS2 pupils?

For KS2 pupils, Ramadan can be explained as a holy month when many Muslims spend extra time praying, reading the Qur’an, giving to charity and practising self-control in their daily lives.

Why do many Muslims fast during Ramadan?

Many Muslims fast during Ramadan to feel closer to God, to remember people who are hungry, and to practise self-discipline so they can make kind and thoughtful choices.

How might children take part in Ramadan?

Some children may try short fasts with an adult’s support, join in with evening meals, attend prayers, give food or money to charity, and help family members during the month.

1 .
Muslim prayer beads are called Tasbih. How many beads does a Tasbih have?
10
24
99
120
The tasbih is a set of prayer beads used by many Muslims. It has 99 beads for the 99 names of God
2 .
In Islam, who is considered to be the first prophet?
David
Adam
Moses
Muhammad
There are many prophets in Islam, with Adam being the first and Muhammad being the final prophet - a prophet receives messages from God in order to communicate them to the people
3 .
Which of these would you NOT find at a mosque?
A minaret
A place for washing
A Mihrab
Pictures of Muslim saints
Muslims do not believe in using pictures or statues in worship
4 .
Which of these is NOT true of prayer in Islam?
A Muslim must wash before praying
Muslims must pray five times every day
Muslims face in the direction of Mecca when praying
Muslims may only pray in a mosque
A Muslim may pray in any suitable, clean place, and will kneel on a special prayer mat when praying somewhere besides a mosque
5 .
What do some prayer mats include in order to know the direction of Mecca?
A map
Some binoculars
A compass
A globe
Prayer mats come in many different colours and designs
6 .
In which language was the Qur'an originally written?
Arabic
Farsi
Latin
English
Although the Qur'an has been translated into many languages, it is primarily read in Arabic - Arabic is also the language in which it is memorised
7 .
What is the name of the celebration that brings Ramadan to a close?
Lailat al Bira'a
Eid ul Fitr
Lailat al Miraj
Eid ul Adha
Muslims fast during Ramadan
8 .
Which city welcomed Muhammad after he was forced to leave Mecca?
Uhud
Damascus
Medina
Badr
Medina is also the city where Muhammad was buried and is often visited by Hajj pilgrims for this reason
9 .
What is the first thing a newborn Muslim baby will have whispered in his or her ear?
The call to prayer
His or her new name
The word 'welcome'
The words 'thank you'
This is the adhan
10 .
What name do Muslims use for God?
Brahman
Allah
Muhammad
Jehovah
'Allah' is often used when Muslims are praying
You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize - Islam

Author:  Sheri Smith (PhD English Literature, English Teacher & Quiz Writer)

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