The Holy Quran

Grade 3 · Religious and Moral Education

Semester 1 | Period 2 | Week 10

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Subject: Religious and Moral Education

Semester: 1

Period: 2

Week: 10


School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: Religious and Moral Education
Grade Level: Grade 3
Date: Week 10
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 10, Period 2
Topic: The Holy Quran
Sub-topic: Structure and Purpose of the Quran
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
Know about the Holy Quran
Identify the purpose of the Quran for Muslims

Previous Knowledge
Students already know:
Basic knowledge of Islam and moral guidance

Instructional Materials
Quran, storybooks, drawing materials, picture cards

Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Ask learners: “Have you heard stories from the Quran? Which ones?”

B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes

Content/Explanation:

  • Introduce the Holy Quran as the holy book revealed to Prophet Muhammad, containing God’s guidance for Muslims.
  • Explain the structure of the Quran: chapters (Surahs) and verses (Ayahs), highlighting examples such as Surah Al-Fatiha.
  • Discuss the purpose of the Quran: to provide guidance, teach morals, and establish rules for daily life and worship.
  • Use storytelling: narrate an example from the Quran that demonstrates kindness, honesty, or faith, showing practical lessons for life.
  • Conduct a class discussion: “Why do Muslims read the Quran?” Encourage learners to share their understanding of guidance, moral lessons, and daily application.
  • Organize a drawing activity: learners illustrate “A lesson I learn from the Quran”, showing the moral value or teaching depicted.

Learners’ Activities (Expanded):

  • Listen attentively to the story and explanation of the Quran.
  • Participate actively in discussion, sharing ideas about the Quran’s teachings.
  • Draw illustrations of a lesson learned from the Quran, labeling the moral or guidance.
  • Share examples of how they can apply Quranic lessons in their daily life.

Assessment Checks:

  • Ask learners to name one Surah or a lesson from the Quran to assess comprehension.
  • Observe participation during discussion to gauge understanding of guidance and morals.
  • Review drawings to ensure learners understand and can illustrate the lesson or moral.
  • Ask reflective questions: “How can we use lessons from the Quran to make good choices?”

Notes (Expanded & Detailed):

  • Emphasize that the Quran provides guidance for moral and daily living, helping Muslims lead good, ethical lives.
  • Highlight that Quranic lessons teach honesty, kindness, patience, and respect.
  • Encourage learners to practice lessons from the Quran, connecting teachings to everyday situations.
  • Suggest parents or guardians discuss Quranic stories and lessons at home, reinforcing understanding.
  • Reinforce that understanding the Quran helps learners develop morally, spiritually, and socially, respecting others and living responsibly.

C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary: The Quran guides Muslims to live moral and faithful lives

Evaluation Method (Expanded)
Exit slip/quiz: Name one lesson from the Quran
Teacher will collect slips and provide oral feedback

Assignment (Expanded):
Write one moral lesson learned from the Quran

Follow-up Activity:
Discuss with family how Quran guides Muslims daily

Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
Use visuals for difficult concepts
Pair learners for discussion and support

Teacher’s Reflection (After Class)
What worked well? ___________________________________________
What needs improvement? ____________________________________
Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☑ Medium ☑ Low