Muslims who observe the Sunnah, referring to the traditions and practices of Prophet Muhammad

Muslims who honour the family of the Prophet Muhammad, particularly his cousin Imam Ali

what is lawful according to the Qur’an to eat or drink

a group of people who have things in common; a community can be a neighbourhood, a city or join people around the world

Description of the Sunni community meaning

British English CC

Diversity in the Muslim community today

Religious education

Muslims in Britain today

Belonging to a Muslim family

Dress and modesty for Muslims today

Charity and generosity

Contributions and challenges

In this unit pupils will examine contemporary Muslim life in Britain. They will analyse the history of the Muslim community and the fact that this relationship stretches over centuries. They will learn that Islam in the UK is diverse, multi faceted but also suffers from prejudice.

Muslims: What are the joys and challenges of being Muslim in Britain?

Why do some Muslims choose to live near each other?

Which item might you find in a halal shop?

they are diverse; they come from different places or cultures

What does it mean when Muslims have different traditions?

Muslims have lived in the UK for many {{}} of years.

When did the first Muslims probably arrive in the UK?

Why did many Muslims move to the UK after the Second World War?

What is the second largest religion in the UK?

Diversity in the Muslim community today

Lesson outcome