Book 8: The Ottoman Empire (Islamic and World History Curriculum)

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In this book, children will explore the rise, expansion and legacy of the Ottoman Empire, from its beginnings under Osman to its decline and the modern era. They will learn about the empire’s leaders, culture, architecture, global connections and the remarkable events that shaped its history.

In this book, children will explore the rise, expansion and legacy of the Ottoman Empire, from its beginnings under Osman to its decline and the modern era. They will learn about the empire’s leaders, culture, architecture, global connections and the remarkable events that shaped its history.

Discover one of the most fascinating empires in history with this unit on the Ottoman Empire. Designed for young learners, this book takes children on a journey from the small Anatolian beylik under Osman to the empire’s rise as a global power spanning Europe, Asia and Africa. Along the way, students will learn about the elite Janissaries, the conquest of Constantinople, the decline of the Mamluk Sultanate and how these events linked to the beginnings of the Age of Exploration with figures like Columbus.

Learners will explore other major empires of the time, including the Safavids, Mughals and the Mongol Empire, and see how these powerful states shaped trade, politics and culture across continents. In Central America, students will examine global connections through trade, colonisation and the transatlantic slave trade, helping them understand the wider world context of Ottoman history.

The book also highlights scientific advances, architectural achievements and everyday life within the empire. Children will admire the genius of Mimar Sinan, explore the bustling Grand Bazaar and learn about Ottoman culture through mosques, palaces, markets and towers in Istanbul.

Students will follow the empire through its golden age into decline, studying the impact of costly wars, rising debt, nationalist movements such as the Arab Revolt, World War I, and key battles that eventually led to the empire’s fall. The book concludes by examining Türkiye’s War of Independence and the Istanbul of today, giving learners a sense of continuity and how history shapes modern life.

Packed with maps, timelines, illustrations and engaging activities, this unit shows how the Ottoman Empire connected the world in fascinating ways. By the end, children will understand the empire’s story, its global links and the people, cultures and ideas that were influenced by this remarkable civilisation, inshaAllah.

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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