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Delve into one of the most challenging and transformative periods in Islamic history with this engaging book on the Later Abbasid Caliphate. Designed for young learners, this book takes children on a journey through a time when the caliphs faced internal unrest, outside threats and shifting political powers, testing the unity and resilience of the Muslim Ummah.
Students will explore the causes behind the caliphs’ loss of control, including the Anarchy at Samarra, and learn about influential dynasties like the Buyids, Seljuks and Fatimids, discovering how they shaped the caliphate and the wider Islamic world. Even as political authority fragmented, centres of knowledge continued to flourish. Children will learn about the rise of scholars and travellers, and the role of Nizamiyyah madrasahs, where thinkers and scholars preserved and strengthened Islamic teachings in times of confusion and change.
The book also examines major conflicts and global interactions. Learners will study the Battle of Manzikert and the Crusades, including the capture of Jerusalem, and understand the Muslim responses to these challenges. In Al-Andalus (Muslim Spain), children will explore how divisions into smaller ta’ifas weakened the region, and how leaders like Salahuddin al-Ayyubi restored unity and strength.
Finally, the book covers the Mongol invasions and the tragic fall of Baghdad, marking the end of the Abbasid Caliphate. Through stories of leadership, bravery, resilience and loss, children will explore how Muslims responded to the pressures of their time and reflect on the valuable lessons these events offer for today.
Packed with maps, timelines, illustrations and reflection activities, this unit encourages children to think critically, explore history and connect with the lives of those who lived through this transformative era. By the end, learners will gain a clear understanding of the challenges, achievements and enduring legacy of the Later Abbasid Caliphate.
With this ready‑to‑use curriculum, you can simply open and begin, confident you’re covering topics with trustworthy, reliable sources. Download sample pages to see what’s included in each book, including a closer look at Book 2: Prophets of Allah.
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