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BBC

Bbc: Cbbc Newsround Special Report: Islam

For Students 3rd - 8th
A special report, published by the BBC news division just for kids, provides a short guide on the history, beliefs, and practices of Islam. Additional features include interviews with Muslim youth in different countries and diaries of...
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Cordoba Initiative

For Students 9th - 10th
The Cordoba Initiative is a multi-national, multi-faith organization dedicated to improving understanding and building trust among people of all cultures and religions.
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Other

The Pew Forum on Religion: Muslim Americans: A Survey

For Students 9th - 10th
A summary of a survey taken on Muslim Americans done in 2007 that reveals they are glad to be living in the United States and they are moderate in their religious beliefs.
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PBS

Pbs: Common Western Stereotypes About Islam

For Students 9th - 10th
A short but highly informative article which looks at the many mis-perceptions in American society regarding Islam and its followers. Some of the topics explored include the idea whether or not Islam is a "violent" religion and the role...
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Islam 101: The Islamic Laws of Inheritance

For Students 9th - 10th
This essay discusses how Islamic law views wills and inheritance. Provides several quotes from the Quran and lists some of the major rules of inheritance and exclusion of heirs.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Jews, Arabic Speaking Settlements

For Students 9th - 10th
Throughout their history, the vast majority of Jews have lived in large cities and market towns. They lived in neighborhoods that were largely Jewish, but in most cities they had neighbors who adhered to other religions. Preference was...
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History Teacher

Historyteacher.net: Global Studies: Islam Quiz (1)

For Students 9th - 10th
10-question quiz is immediately scored and tests your comprehension of Islamic culture.