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Curriculum Palooza 2026: A New Space for Sharing Educational Excellence

Curriculum Palooza 2026: A New Space for Sharing Educational Excellence

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Strong Islamic schools begin with strong educational resources. That’s why ISLA introduced Curriculum Palooza—a new event dedicated to showcasing innovative curricula, teaching tools, and educational programs designed to support educators, strengthen student learning, and advance Islamic education.

Our inaugural event brought together leading curriculum developers and organizations from across North America to share practical solutions for today’s classrooms. From Islamic Studies and character education to health, entrepreneurship, STEM, AI, and history, attendees explored a diverse collection of resources created with the unique needs of Islamic schools in mind.

Below you’ll find all of the featured curricula, presentation resources, websites, exclusive attendee offers, and additional materials shared during the event.

Featured Curricula & Programs

1. FAITH Publications – High School Islamic Studies Curriculum

Presenter: Dr. Haroon Baqai, Principal, Al-Huda School

FAITH Publications introduced its comprehensive High School Islamic Studies Curriculum covering ‘Aqeedah, Fiqh, and Islamic Studies. The curriculum includes engaging student textbooks alongside an online Teacher Resource Portal featuring lesson plans, classroom activities, assessments, and practical teaching resources.

Rather than emphasizing memorization alone, the curriculum focuses on helping students develop a meaningful relationship with Allah while equipping them to navigate contemporary challenges through authentic Islamic knowledge.

  • Website: www.faithpublications.org
  • Special Offer: Receive 25% off all books with promo code FAITH25OFF (excluding Reliving the Seerah).

2. The Clear Deen Curriculum

Presenter: Dr. Mustafa Khattab, Resident Scholar, Al-Furqaan Foundation

The Clear Publishing showcased The Clear Deen, the world’s first Islamic Studies curriculum built entirely around storytelling.

Designed for full-time schools, weekend schools, and homeschool programs, the curriculum combines authentic Islamic scholarship with modern instructional strategies including Engage-Study-Activate (ESA) and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL). Students learn through engaging stories, illustrations, workbooks, activities, and teacher guides covering Seerah, Qur’anic vocabulary, fiqh, tafsir, aqeedah, akhlaq, leadership, and Islamic history.

3. Exploring Bioscience and Islam

Presenter: Dr. Aasim I. Padela, Founder & Director, Initiative on Islam and Medicine

This curriculum helps students thoughtfully explore the intersection of biology and Islamic theology by integrating scientific inquiry with revelation (wahy). It addresses important questions related to the human being while strengthening students’ confidence in an Islamic worldview.

The curriculum is available free of charge and is also accessible through its dedicated online learning platform.

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4. AI RoboVision by Usmani Academy

Presenter: Rizwan Raisulhaq, Co-Founder & COO

AI RoboVision is a complete K–12 STEAM curriculum introducing students to artificial intelligence, robotics, IoT, 3D design, and immersive technologies through an Islamic ethical framework rooted in niyyah, amanah, and khalifah fil-ard.

The curriculum provides ready-to-teach lesson plans, hands-on learning experiences, and practical tools that prepare students for an AI-driven future while nurturing strong Islamic values.

5. BEAM Venture Entrepreneurship & Leadership Curriculum

Presenter: Farah Kuzbari, Founder & CEO

BEAM Venture presented its experiential entrepreneurship and leadership curriculum for Grades 6–12. Grounded in Lean Startup methodology and an Islamic worldview, students develop entrepreneurial thinking, leadership skills, financial literacy, innovation, AI literacy, and real-world problem-solving abilities.

Schools also receive teacher training, implementation support, assessments, mentorship opportunities, and access to internship pathways.

  • Website: beamventure.org/for-schools
  • Special Offer: ISLA participants receive $2,000 off the first-year implementation package using promo code ISLA2000.

6. Muslim Kids TV – Time Hoppers Education Resource

Presenter: Flordeliza Dayrit, Chief Content Officer

Inspired by the animated film Time Hoppers: The Silk Road, this classroom resource introduces students to influential Muslim innovators, including Al-Khwarizmi, Ibn al-Haytham, Mansa Musa, and Maryam al-Asturlabi, through printable workbooks, classroom posters, colouring books, and a classroom film licence.

7. Safar Publications

Presenter: Talha Lasania, US Customer Success Lead

Safar Publications showcased its comprehensive curriculum supporting Qur’an literacy, Islamic studies, and memorization through three integrated series:

  • Learn to Read
  • Learn Islam
  • Learn by Heart

Developed using authentic scholarship and modern educational research, the curriculum serves full-time Islamic schools, weekend schools, maktabs, homeschool programs, and families.

8. Health & Wellness from an Islamic Perspective

Presenter: Dr. Amber Khan

This six-level curriculum helps educators confidently teach health education through the guidance of the Qur’an and Sunnah. Topics include physical health, puberty, mental wellness, relationships, identity, media use, nutrition, emotional well-being, and healthy lifestyle choices while strengthening students’ faith and Islamic identity.

Suitable for full-time schools, weekend schools, youth programs, and homeschooling, the curriculum includes student books, teacher manuals, and Noorart Academy video lessons.

9. Yaqeen Institute Curriculum

Presenter: Hameem Rahman, Director of Curriculum

Yaqeen Institute shared its growing collection of free thematic Islamic Studies units for middle and high school educators while previewing its upcoming K–12 curriculum project.

Developed collaboratively by scholars and educators, the curriculum emphasizes inquiry, critical thinking, and faith development while equipping teachers with engaging lesson plans and classroom resources.

10. Noor Kids

Presenter: Amin Aaser, Executive Director

Noor Kids introduced two exciting offerings:

– Akhlaq in Action Character Education

A story-based curriculum designed to help students develop essential Islamic character traits including honesty, courage, patience, responsibility, and compassion through engaging classroom lessons.

  • Founding Partner Offer: The first 10 full-time Islamic schools receive 50% off.

– Teach to Inspire Teacher Training

An in-person professional development program helping educators become more effective through storytelling, classroom engagement, critical thinking, and relationship-building strategies.

Webinar Recording: 

ISLA Slide Deck with Presenter Information + Discounts

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Additional Resources

– CISE – Jerusalem & al-Aqsa: Mirror to the World

A comprehensive FREE Grades 6–12 curriculum including student textbooks, teacher guides, and an interactive online course.

– Islamic Philosophy of Education

ISLA is pleased to share a complimentary book chapter from Islamic Philosophy of Education: Principles & Applications, edited by Shaikh Abdul Mabud. We are grateful to the editor and contributing authors for granting permission to share this valuable resource with the ISLA community.

– ISLA Teaching Palestine Toolkit

Explore ISLA’s free Teaching Palestine Toolkit, developed to support educators in facilitating informed, age-appropriate learning about Palestine through an educational framework.

– American Muslim Community Foundation (AMCF) Nonprofit Resource Center

– Ihsan Education

Reclaiming Qur’anic Joy: A Heart-Centered Approach, available through Ihsan Education, an initiative dedicated to nurturing faith, compassion, and holistic well-being through Qur’an- and Sunnah-inspired education.

Rooted in Allah’s love, Prophetic guidance, and heart-centered learning through Tazkiyah (purification of the heart) and Tadabbur (deep engagement with the Qur’an). It is an invitation to return to the Qur’an not merely as a text to be studied, but as a living source of Divine love, mercy, healing, guidance, and joy. Designed for students, educators, parents, and lifelong learners, the guide offers practical tools and spiritual foundations to help cultivate a transformative relationship with the Qur’an—one grounded in sincerity, reflection, and the promise of healing and joy found in Allah’s words (Qur’an 10:57–58).

If you have any questions or are interested in further resources or training, please feel free to contact me at info@ihsanedu.com.

– Swords & Butterflies

  • Islamic English Language Arts (ELA) Curriculum – Early-years Islamic literacy resources, including phonics primers, early readers, copybooks, and texts rooted in tafsir, adab, and seerah. School discounts are available, with pilot opportunities for new Islamic nursery rhyme and grammar programs.
  • Website: swordsandbutterflies.com
  • Email: besim@swordsandbutterflies.com
  • Telegram: t.me/besimali