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Book 4: The Umayyad Caliphate (Islamic and World History Curriculum)

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In this book we explore the fascinating story of the Umayyad Caliphate, a time of growth, expansion, and cultural development in the early Islamic world. Children will learn about the leaders, key events, and the regions governed by the Umayyads, while discovering how this period shaped the history of Islam and its connections with the wider world.
In this book we explore the fascinating story of the Umayyad Caliphate, a time of growth, expansion, and cultural development in the early Islamic world. Children will learn about the leaders, key events, and the regions governed by the Umayyads, while discovering how this period shaped the history of Islam and its connections with the wider world.

Step into an important period of Islamic history with this engaging unit on the Umayyad Caliphate. Designed for young learners, this book guides children through a time of change, expansion and cultural growth following the early leadership of Islam. Beginning with the internal struggles after the passing of Ali ibn Abi Talib (RA) and the transfer of leadership from Hasan (RA) to Muawiyah (RA), learners will understand how the Umayyad dynasty was established and how it governed regions from the Middle East to North Africa, Al-Andalus, Anatolia and Sindh.

Students will explore key historical events such as the Battle of Karbala, interactions with the Byzantine Empire and relations with the Persian Sasanian Empire, as well as the Dhimmah system which organised governance and protected non-Muslims.

This unit also highlights the cultural and scientific achievements of the era, including the Dome of the Rock, the Umayyad Mosque, the development of Kufic script and the Arabic language and advances in urban planning, engineering and astronomy. Children will gain a broader perspective by learning what was happening globally at the same time, including kingdoms in Western Europe, the Tang Dynasty in China, early Islamic influence in East Africa and civilisations in the Americas.

Finally, learners will see how the Umayyad Caliphate declined and how the Abbasid Empire rose, setting the stage for the next unit. With maps, illustrations, timelines and reflection prompts, this concise unit gives children a clear understanding of the Umayyad period and its place in Islamic and global history, while inspiring curiosity and critical thinking.

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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