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Rummel, Jack. Malcolm X. Chelsea House. 1989.
A youth biography of the activist.
Rumford, James. Traveling Man. illus. by author. Houghton. 2001.
An intriguing look at the famous Muslim traveler.
Religious Muslims are model U.S.citizens
Terrorists are not following religion. Muslims are just as much victims as others. Christianity and Islam are very similar. The article refers to a poll by the Institute for Social Policy and Understanding, "American Muslim Poll 2017: Muslims at the Crossroads " at http://www.ispu.org/public-policy/american-muslim-poll/ which surveys American Muslim attitudes and demographic information.
Religious Freedom in Public Schools FAQ
This article offers a guide to public schools in their interactions and collaboration with religious institutions and community organizations. These guidelines focus on arrangements between public schools and religious institutions because of the special constitutional implications of those relationships. This focus is not meant to suggest that schools should only seek out religious institutions or that such institutions are preferred providers of assistance to public-school children. We urge schools to seek out a wide range of community organizations, religious and non-religious, without regard to their views on religious issues.
Prince Among Slaves
Prince Among Slaves recounts the true story of an African Muslim prince who was captured and sold into slavery in the American South. After 40 years of enslavement, he finally regained his freedom, became a national celebrity, and dined in the White House. This is an incredible story about an incredible man who endured the humiliation of slavery without ever losing his dignity or his hope for freedom. Prince Among Slaves is based on the book by historian Terry Alford (1977) was conceived, designed, and executive produced by Unity Productions Foundation (UPF), and received substantial NEH planning and production funding in 2005 and 2006. The companion teaching resources help to contextualize the film and book in American history, as well as addressing contemporary issues of identity and migration.
Pre-viewing Vocabulary Activity for Frontline: Muslims video
This activity helps students become familiar with key terms they will hear in the documentary film. Students will have a better grasp of the terms' meanings and will therefore be able to understand the overall information provided in the film without being hampered by lack of familiarity with the terms.
Photo Narratives of American Muslims
Portraits of American Muslims and short accounts of their contributions to their communities and the larger society.
PEW Research Center’s Future of Global Muslim Population
PEW Forum on Religion & Public Life – Issues The PEW Forum has a new resource with interactive maps on global migration of religious groups–both in- and out-migration– entitled Faith on the Move at http://www.pewforum.org/Geography/Religious-Migration-exec.aspx. The PEW Forum has a report on Global Christianity with interactive maps and data, as well as information on Judaism in the US and other affiliations worldwide. The PEW Forum’s new 2010-2011 demographic report is The Future of the Global Muslim Population, including current data on a global as well as regional and country-by country basis. The executive summary, interactive maps and data tables is located at http://www.pewforum.org/The-Future-of-the-Global-Muslim-Population.aspx.
Palestinian teacher wins global prize worth $1m
Hanan al-Hroub, who works with children exposed to violence, wins a global prize for her significant contribution to children's' education.
Our Shared Past in the Mediterranean
Our Shared Past in the Mediterranean, a set of six teaching modules for world history and geography on cultural interactions over time in the Mediterranean region. Funded by the British Council as part of its Our Shared Past initiative. See Modules 3, 4, and 5 for lessons on religious and cultural interactions in the Mediterranean region over time, including interactions among Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, and contemporary issues from the 19th century to today
The Air of History Part III: The Golden Age in Arab Islamic Medicine An Introduction
When and where did the first complete, coherent, and well organized system of medicine develop? Read this research paper to discover the fascinating accomplishment in medical care over 1000 years ago! From the National Library of Health. See also Parts I and II. Hajar R. The Air of History Part III: The Golden Age in Arab Islamic Medicine An Introduction. Heart Views. 2013 Jan;14(1):43-6. doi: 10.4103/1995-705X.107125. PMID: 23580929; PMCID: PMC3621228.
Statements by Muslim Scholars and Jurists on Extremism, Sectarianism, Minority Rights and Terrorism in Islam and Muslim Societies(primary sources)
"Document Study: Statements by Muslim Scholars and Jurists on Extremism, Sectarianism, Minority Rights and Terrorism in Islam and Muslim Societies" contains links and a discussion guide for point-by-point refutations of the practices and propaganda put out by ISIS/ISIL by a consortium of 126 Muslim jurists and scholars. They and other prominent scholars are signatories to other statements on proper Islamic perspectives in the face of extremism, such as the Amman Message, and the Marrakesh Declaration on minorities. All of these documents are linked in one lesson and discussion guide here.
On a Wing and a Prayer
On a Wing and a Prayer: An American Muslim Learns to Fly follows Monem Salam, a portfolio manager and the son of a Pakistani commercial pilot who dreams of learning to fly, and enrolls in a flight school, attracting the interest of the FBI in the process. His wife Iman's family is Palestinian and although initially dubious about the marriage, now accepts the cultural differences. With three young children, Iman's prankish student days are behind her. She's happy to find time to cultivate her inner domestic diva, wisecracking about her entertaining skills and her husband's flight plans. The lighthearted film explores the difficulties of his quest after 9/11 brings Muslims under suspicion. Good film for examining stereotypes.
Nadia’s Ramadan film and discussion/lesson guide
A short film about a young girl's first time fasting with her family, takes the viewer through a day of fasting in Ramadan, to the end of Ramadan and the celebration called Eid al-Fitr. 7-10 minutes with discussion guide/lesson plan at http://www.upf.tv/wp-content/uploads/sites/196/2014/11/Ramadan-UPF-Video-Lessons_Final-Jan-2015.pdf
My Fellow American–film, website with videos and stories testimonials
My Fellow American is a short film about the roles of American Muslims in civic and professional life. The companion website features video testimonials and stories by Americans who have interacted with American Muslims as colleagues, friends, and family members in the community at http://myfellowamerican.us/ AND http://myfellowamerican.us/videos AND film at https://www.upf.tv/films/my-fellow-american/