Year 5 – What does it mean to be a Muslim in Britain today? – L4 RS

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Year 5 Unit 32, titled ‚”What does it mean to be a Muslim in Britain today?‚ explores how British Muslims live out their faith in everyday life, offering pupils insight into the Five Pillars of Islam, beliefs, practices, and the diverse expressions of Muslim identity across the UK.

The unit introduces key Islamic beliefs, including Tawhid (the oneness of God), the importance of the Qur‚”an, and the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) as the final messenger. Pupils learn how these core principles influence actions such as daily prayer (salah), giving to charity (zakat), fasting during Ramadan (sawm), and making the pilgrimage to Makkah (Hajj).

The unit encourages ages pupils to explore how Muslim values‚-like submission to Allah, community (ummah), modesty, and compassion‚-are reflected in the lives of Muslims living in contemporary British society. Children engage with case studies, stories, and first-hand accounts from Muslim individuals and families, highlighting the diversity of practice and experience.

Pupils are guided to think about questions such as: How do British Muslims balance faith and modern life? What challenges and opportunities do they face? They reflect on the contributions of Muslims to British culture and values, and consider similarities and differences with other religions and worldviews.

This unit promotes respect for religious diversity, helps to combat stereotypes, and builds religious literacy and empathy. It offers a meaningful, real-world look at Islam in modern Britain, encourages aging pupils to explore beliefs and practices with curiosity, accuracy, and respect.