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• Please have your child at school by 8:00 a.m.
• Check and return your child’s folder on Friday.
• Send a labeled water bottle and a healthy snack each day.
• Keep a full change of clothes in your child’s backpack.
• Make sure your child is wearing the school uniform with closed-toe shoes.

ABC Bootcamp – Letters Ee, Ff, Gg, Hh

• Recognize and name uppercase and lowercase letters.
  

• Write uppercase and lowercase letters.
  

• Say the letter sounds (/e/, /f/, /g/, /h/).
  

• Find and read words that begin with each letter.
  

• Complete work independently.

🕌 Islamic Studies

🕛 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM

Islam is My Religion

• Monday: Islam is my religion.
  

• Tuesday: Islam teaches kindness, honesty, and caring.
  

• Wednesday: Practicing Bismillah and Alhamdulillah in daily life.
  

• Thursday: Beliefs of Islam (Allah, Qur’an, Prophet Muhammad ﷺ).
  

• Friday: How to be a good Muslim at school and home.

➗ Math

🕤 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
(Snack/Bathroom Break: 9:30–9:45)

Math Bootcamp – Numbers 4, 5, 6, 7

• Recognize numbers 4–7.
  

• Write numbers 4–7 correctly.
  

• Count groups of objects up to 7.
  

• Compare numbers (more, less, equal).
  

• Build numbers using counters, cubes, or drawings.

Topic: Lesson 1 - The Arabic Alphabet

• Recognize the shapes of the letters of the Arabic alphbet.

• Know each letter of the Arabic alphabet by its name, not by its sound

• Pronounce the letters of the Arabic alphabet correctly.

• Know the difference between the soft (Muraqqaq) and hard (Mufakhkham) letters.

• Identify the articulation point (Makhraj) of the letters that come from the throat (Halq).

Practice Surah An-Naas

Spelling Words:
six, hit, did, if, him, is, as, and, will, this

Reminders:

• Homework is assigned on Friday and due the following Friday.
  

• Students who turn in homework on Monday with neat handwriting will receive 10 bonus tickets.
  

• Please encourage your child to read on RAZ-Kids for at least 30 minutes each week to improve reading fluency and comprehension.
  

• Whole Group: Phonics review, decoding, fluency, phonological awareness
  

• Grammar: Capitalization, punctuation
  

• Reading: Individual reading, read aloud, reading buddies
  

• Writing: Sentence writing, correct formation
  

Skills (Amplify – Unit 1: Basic phonics 1-5 )

Knowledge (Amplify – Unit 1: Fables lesson 1-5 )

• The Boy Who Cried Wolf
  

• The Maid and the Milk Pail
  

• The Goose and the Golden Eggs
  

• The Dog and the Manager
  

• The Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing

Spelling test on Friday

• Prophet Ibrahim story

• Salat and Wudu Practice

• Develop fluency with numbers to 120
  

• Solve addition and subtraction problems within 10
  

• Identify and describe 2D shapes and their attributes
  

• Apply problem-solving strategies in word problems

• Small groups and individual needs

🌱Science

Chapter 2: How Can Spruce, the Sea Turtle, Survive Where There Are Sharks?

🌎Social Studies

Social-Emotional

Understanding Feelings and Emotions

Topic: Lesson 2 - Arabic Letter's Shapes/practice Surah An Naas

• Recognize each letter of the alphabet when it comes at the end of a word.

• Recognize the different shapes and forms that each letter can take.

• Be able to write each letter correctly in all of the different positions that it may appear at within a word.

• Get to know the beauty of the letters of the Arabic language.

• Recognize each letter of the alphabet when it is not connected to any other letters.

Homework: Workbook

Physical Education

Lesson 01: Fitness with Obstacle Course

• Identify basic components of fitness (strength, endurance, flexibility, coordination, balance, and speed) through participation in the obstacle course.
• Demonstrate motor skills such as running, jumping, crawling, climbing, and balancing while completing the course safely.
• Apply effort and perseverance to finish the obstacle course while managing their energy.
• Work cooperatively by encouraging peers and taking turns at each station.

Science Assessments – Chapter 1

• Test 1 → Lessons 1.1 / 1.2 / 1.3 Monday, 8/25/2025. A study guide will be sent home on Friday, 8/23/2025

• Quiz 2 → Lessons 1.4 / 1.5 / 1.6 Friday, 8/29/2026

• Test 2 → Lessons 1.4 / 1.5 / 1.6 /1.7 Tuesday , 9/2/2026. A study guide will be sent home on Friday, 8/29/2025

Language Arts Homework

• Short Vowel Or Long Vowel?
• Assigned: Monday, August 25,2025
• Due: Friday August 29, 2025

Unit 1: Numbers Within 20: Addition, Subtraction, and Data

Lesson 1: Mental Math Strategies for Addition

• Session 1: Explore

• Session 2: Develop

• Session 3: Develop

• Session 4: Refine

Quiz 1 Lesson 1: Monday

Practice for Quiz 1 (Lesson 1) will be sent on Friday as study material for the quiz.

Science

Unit A - Chapter 3: "My God Is My Creator: Story of Prophet Ibraheem AS"

• Know who Prophet Ibraheem (AS) was.

• Understand that Allah is the only Creator.

• Recall how Prophet Ibraheem (AS) rejected idols.

• Appreciate the importance of using our minds and thinking.

• Learn to love and follow Prophet Ibraheem’s (AS) example.

• Test on Monday (8/25)

• Recognize that Quranic words are built from letters.
  

• Practice segmenting short words: نور (ن-و-ر), كتاب (ك-ت-ا-ب).
  

• Count the number of letters in each word.

• I will test them for the last 5 Surah in Quran.

Art

Leaf Rubbings

Objective:
Students will learn how to create leaf rubbings to explore the texture and shape of different leaves.

Skills Developed:

• Observing natural textures

• Fine motor skills through rubbing technique

• Creativity in combining colors and leaf shapes

• Introduction to nature art
  
  

Technology

Unit 2: Lesson 3: Parts of a Computer

• Discuss different parts of computer and go through each part.

• Study each part of the computer and its functionality.

• Monitor | Computer Case | Keyboard | Mouse | Speaker

• Video | Activity | Quiz | Drag and Drop the parts with definition.

Unit 1 Balancing Forces

• Session 1: What is Force?
• Session 2: Observing Forces in Nature.
• Session 3: Balance vs Unbalanced Forces
• Session 4: Friction Exploration

Unit A - Chapter 3: "Allah's Angels"

• Identify who angels are in Islam.

• Describe the characteristics and roles of angels.

• Recognize the names and duties of key angels (e.g., Jibreel, Mika’eel, Israfeel, Malak al-Mawt, Kiraman Katibeen).

• Understand what Al-Bayt al-Ma’mur is and its significance.

• Describe our responsibilities and proper beliefs toward angels as Muslims.

• Recognize that Quranic words are built from letters.
  

• Practice segmenting short words: نور (ن-و-ر), كتاب (ك-ت-ا-ب).
  

• Count the number of letters in each word.

• I will test them for the last 5 Surah in Quran.

Art

Nature Rubbings and Drawings

Objective:
Explore textures and shapes found in nature by making rubbings and then drawing natural objects.

Materials Needed:

• Paper (preferably thin or regular drawing paper)

• Crayons with wrappers removed or colored pencils

• Leaves, tree bark pieces,

• Pencils and erasers

Technology

Unit 2: Lesson 3: Parts of a Computer

• Discuss different parts of computer and go through each part.

• Study each part of the computer and its functionality.

• Monitor | Computer Case | Keyboard | Mouse | Speaker

• Video | Activity | Quiz | Drag and Drop the parts with definition.

Unit: Personal Narratives

Lesson 2: Character Traits

• Reading: Describe the main argument in “A Good Lie.”
• Reading: Cite evidence from the text in describing character traits.
• Speaking & Listening: Identify peers’ opinions and the evidence that supports them.
• Writing: Write an opinion paragraph describing what makes a good friend

Science

Unit: Energy Conversions

Lesson 3: Exploring Systems

Essential Question: What is a system?

• Build a simple solar-powered electrical system.
  

• Identify the parts and functions of different systems.
  

• Compare systems to see what they have in common.

Unit A - Chapter 3: Prophet Yaqoub and His Beloved Son

• Identify key members of Prophet Yaqoub’s (A) family.

• Understand the significance of Prophet Yusuf’s (A) dream.

• Explain the jealousy of Yusuf’s brothers and their plot.

• Describe how Yusuf (A) ended up in Egypt and became a slave.

• Reflect on the lessons of patience, faith, and trust in Allah from Yusuf’s early life.

• Begin connecting stories from the Quran to their own values and actions.

• Test on Monday (8/25)

• Review Makharj for starting the study of Tajweed rules.
• I will test them for the last 5 Surah in Quran.

Art

Nature Rubbings and Drawings

Objective:
Explore textures and shapes found in nature by making rubbings and then drawing natural objects.

Materials Needed:

• Paper (preferably thin or regular drawing paper)

• Crayons with wrappers removed or colored pencils

• Leaves, tree bark pieces,

• Pencils and erasers
  

Technology

Unit 2: Lesson 2: Advanced Typing Skills

• Students will use nisltyping.edclub.com. Students will sign in with their Google account or log in using their first and last name.

• Each student will be assigned multiple typing assignments/lessons that will assess the typing speed and accuracy along with practice.
  

Unit 1 Personal Narratives

• Lesson 4 Dialogue
• Lesson 5 Theme in “The First Real San Giving Day”
• Lesson 6 Reading and Writing About Names
• Lesson 7 Point of View, Part 1
• Lesson 8 Evidence to Support a Point of View

Objectives

• Quote accurately from the text when stating facts and make inferences.
• Describe how graphics from “Hello, My Name Is” enhance the text.
• Compare and contrast the author’s different points of view at different ages.
• Describe events from specific points of view and complete drafting their name narratives.

Math

Unit 1: Finding Volume Using Unit Cubes

Lesson 3: Breaking Apart Figures to Find Volume

• Find the volume of the rectangular prism by using a formula.
• Break apart a solid figure.

Social Studies

Chapter 1

• Lesson 1 Ancient American Civilizations
• Lesson 2 Adapting to Different Places
• Lesson 3 Native American Cultures

Objectives

5.1.1 - Identify and describe early cultures and settlements that existed in North America prior to contact with Europeans.

Unit A - Chapter 3: "Ninety Nine Names: One Creator II"

• Understand the concept of Asma’ ul-Husna (The Most Beautiful Names of Allah).

• Identify and explain the meanings of 10 selected names of Allah.

• Reflect on how each name helps them understand Allah better.

• Apply the names in dhikr, dua, and moral behavior.

• Demonstrate understanding through discussions, memorization, and creative activities.

• Review Makharj for starting the study of Tajweed rules.
• I will test them for the last 5 Surah in Quran.

Art

Nature Rubbings and Drawings

Objective:
Explore textures and shapes found in nature by making rubbings and then drawing natural objects.

Materials Needed:

• Paper (preferably thin or regular drawing paper)

• Crayons with wrappers removed or colored pencils

• Leaves, tree bark pieces,

• Pencils and erasers

Technology

Unit 2: Lesson 2: Advanced Typing Skills

• Students will use nisltyping.edclub.com. Students will sign in with their Google account or log in using their first and last name.

• Each Student will be assigned multiple typing assignments/lessons that will assess the typing speed and accuracy along with practice
  
  

Unit 6A - Dahl & The Narrative

• Lesson 1 - Introducing the text
• Lesson 2 - Adding up the Details
• Lesson 3 - Using Text Details in Writing
• Lesson 4 - Writing Complex Sentences
• Lesson 5 - Revise to add Evidence

Objectives

• Cite textual evidence to support their writing.
• Learn how to write complex sentences.
• Support their claims with relevant evidence and credible sources.

• Learn the types of impurities (Najasah Ghalizah and Najasah Khafeefah), their permissible limits for Salah to be valid.
• Learn about visible and invisible impurities, their permissible limits, and the ways to purify from them.
• Test is this Tuesday

Discuss & Make a Presentation:

• Who is a leader you admire and why? Give examples.
• What makes a good leader?
• What leadership quality do I already have?
• What leadership quality do I want to improve?

Unit 1: Expressions and Equations: Area, Algebraic Expressions, and Exponents.

Lesson 1: Find the Area of a Parallelogram

• Session 2 homework is due on Tuesday.

Lesson 2: Find the Area of Triangles and Other Polygons

• Session 1 homework is due on Thursday.

• Session 2 homework is due on Friday.

📖 Qur’an – Salah

Surah Al-Fatihah – Lesson 3a (Salah Part):

• Importance of Surah Al-Fatihah 🌟 – the first complete Surah, recited in every Salah and every Raka’ah.
  

• Verses 4–5 📖 – understanding and reflecting on their meaning.
  

• Word-by-word meaning 📝 – helping students connect deeply with the Surah.
  

• Three key habits 🌱 – lessons from the Surah to guide daily life.
  

We are still listening to their memorization of the Qur’an, in shaa Allah 💭✨, and encouraging accuracy with Tajweed and understanding.

NGSS Standards: PS1.A.6-8.1

Lesson 1.3: Analyzing Substances and Properties.

Lesson 1.4: Atomic Zoom-in

Learning Objectives:

• Substances are made from different types of atoms, which combine with one another in various ways.
• Atoms form molecules that range in size from two to thousands of atoms.
• Each pure substance has characteristic physical and chemical properties) that can be used to identify it.

🌍 Topics:

Part 2: Earth and Space Concepts 🌍✨

• Core Concept 2.1: Earth in Space 🌌 – learning about Earth’s place in the solar system.

• Core Concept 2.2: Time and Earth’s Rotation ⏰🌏 – understanding how Earth’s rotation creates day, night, and time measurement.

• Core Concept 2.3: Earth’s Structure – discovering the layers of the Earth and their importance.

Art

Zentangle Drawing

A relaxing art method that uses repeated patterns to create beautiful, detailed designs. Students draw sections and fill them with different patterns, focusing on creativity, neatness, and mindfulness. This activity helps improve focus and fine motor skills while allowing personal expression.

Materials: Paper, Markers, crayons, pens, watercolor.

7A - Red Scarf Girl and Narrative

• Lesson 9 - Role played by Setting
• Lesson 10 - A Picture Made of Words
• Lesson 11 - Showing What You’ve Told
• Lesson 12 - Paint a Picture in the Reader’s Mind

Objectives

Determine the meaning of texts and phrases as they are used in a text including figurative language, connotations and technical meanings.

• Learn the purpose and conditions of using a sutrah during prayer.
• Compile a list of the conditions that it should meet and examples of acceptable and unacceptable Sutrah.
• Recognize the places of Sajdah Tilawah and the conditions that necessitate them.
• Demonstrate how to carry out a Sajadah Tilawah.

Test is this Tuesday

Discuss and Make a Presentation:

• Who is a leader you admire and why? Give examples.
• What makes a good leader?
• What leadership quality do I already have?
• What leadership quality do I want to improve?

Unit 1: Proportional Relationships: Ratios, Rates, and Circles

Lesson 1: Solve Problems Involving Scale

• Session 4 homework is due on Tuesday.

Lesson 2: Find Unit Rates Involving Ratios of Fractions

• Session 1 homework is due on Thursday.

• Session 2 homework is due on Friday.

📖 Qur’an – Guidance for Muttaqeen – Lesson 1c (Surah Al-Baqarah)

• Main Teachings of Surah Al-Baqarah 🌟 – lessons for building faith and good character.
  

• The Qur’an as Guidance 🕋 – understanding its role as a guide for all Muslims.
  

• Virtues of Reciting Surah Al-Baqarah ✨ – learning the blessings and protection it brings.

Students will still continue tracking their memorization progress 📝 in shaa Allah. This helps build consistency, confidence, and accuracy in their Qur’an journey.

NGSS Standards: MS-LS-1-7

Unit: Matter & Energy - Ch 1: Photosynthesis

Trophic levels of Ecosystems

• Lesson 1.3 - Sunlight & Life
• Lesson 1.4: Energy storage molecule

Objectives:

1. Learn the different energy (trophic levels) in a n ecosystem, and will be able to explain the role of photosynthesis in the cycling of matter and flow of energy into and out of organisms in the different trophic levels.
2. Describe how food is rearranged through chemical reactions forming new molecules that support growth and/or release energy as this matter moves through an organism.

🌍 Topics:

Part 2: Citizenship and Economies 🏛️💡

• Core Concept 2.1: Foundations of Government 📜 – exploring why governments are formed and their main purposes.

• Core Concept 2.2: Political Systems ⚖️ – learning about different systems (democracy, monarchy, dictatorship, etc.).

• Core Concept 2.3: Political Structure 🏢 – understanding branches of government and how power is shared.

8A - Perspectives and Narratives

• Lesson 1 - What’s Going to Happen?
• Lesson 2 - Two Conversations
• Lesson 3 - Speeding Up and Slowing Down
• Lesson 4 - Moments in Time
• Lesson 5 - A Strange Menu

Objectives

• Analyze how a text makes connections among and distinctions between individuals, ideas and events.
• Compare and contrast two texts and analyze the different styles.

• Continue studying Tafwid, Ta’wil, Ithbat in detail.
• Learn what belief we should have about Istiwa and the correct Iman.

Test this Tuesday

Discuss and Make a Presentation:

• Who is a leader you admire and why? Give examples.
• What makes a good leader?
• What leadership quality do I already have?
• What leadership quality do I want to improve?

Unit 1: Geometric Figures: Rigid Transformations and Congruence

Lesson 1: Understand Rigid Transformations and Their Properties

• Session 1 homework is due on Tuesday.

• Session 2 homework is due on Wednesday.

Lesson 2: Work with Single Rigid Transformations in the Coordinate Plane

• Session 2 homework is due on Friday.

📖 Qur’an

Lesson 6c “Do Good Deeds!” – Surah Al-Baqarah 43–46. The focus will be on:

• Salah & Zakah 🕌💝 – understanding their role in building a strong connection with Allah.
  

• Humility in Worship 🌱 – learning the attitude of true believers.
  

• Hadith on Salah 📖 – reflecting on its importance and the dangers of neglecting it.
  

• Character Building 🌟 – how prayer and charity shape a believer’s behavior.
  

• Congregational Prayer 🤝 – recognizing the benefits of praying together with punctuality and humility.

NGSSPS Standards: 2A-6-8; MS-PS2-2

• Lesson 1.4- Forces and motion
• Lesson 1.5- Force Strength and Velocity

Learning Objectives

• The motion of an object is determined by the sum of the forces acting on it;
• If the total force on the object is not zero, its motion will change.
• The greater the mass of the object, the greater the force needed to achieve the same change in motion.
• For any given object, a larger force causes a larger change in motion
• The strength of a force affects how the velocity of the object changes.

🌎 Unit 1: Different Worlds Meet

📌 Chapter 1 - Section 3: Landscape of the Americas

• Geographic Factors 🌍 – learning what unites North and South America.

• Major Landforms & Water 🏔️🌊 – recognizing mountains, rivers, and other key features of the Western Hemisphere.

• Physical Regions of the U.S. 🗺️ – describing and comparing different regions of our country.