1. Practical Life Skills
• Pouring, spooning, and scooping
• Dressing frames (buttons, zippers, Velcro)
• Cleaning up after themselves
• Washing hands and face
• Grace and courtesy lessons (e.g., saying "please," "thank you")
Islamic integration: Basic manners (adab), cleanliness (taharah), and taking care of their space as part of Islamic etiquette.
2. Sensorial Development
• Exploring size, shape, color, and texture
• Object permanence and matching activities
• Sound, smell, and tactile discovery tools
Islamic integration: Naming Allah's creation and understanding through sensory awareness the concept of tafakkur (reflection).
3. Language & Communication
• Phonics with the help of sandpaper letters
• Vocabulary building through objects and picture cards
• Simple dua’s and Islamic phrases (e.g., Bismillah, Alhamdulillah)
• Storytime with Islamic books and rhymes
• Listening and responding to their names, peers, and teachers
Qur’an introduction: Short surahs (listening and mimicking), recognition of the Arabic alphabet through Montessori-style sandpaper letters and trays.
4. Early Math & Logic
• Number sense through bead chains, counters and sandpaper numbers(1–5)
• Basic quantity recognition and sorting
• Matching and sequencing activities
Islamic integration: Associating numbers with Islamic concepts (e.g., 5 daily prayers, 2 Eids, 7 skies).
5. Islamic Identity & Character Building
• Daily Islamic circle time: dua recitation, nasheeds, stories of the Prophets
• Learning the names of Allah (as appropriate)
• Understanding basic values: honesty, kindness, sharing
• Participation in Jummah reminders or simple group dhikr
6. Fine & Gross Motor Development
• Climbing, crawling tunnels, balance activities
• Large peg puzzles, stacking, threading
• Outdoor time with nature-based exploration
Islamic integration: Emphasis on amana (trust) in the body and gratitude for movement.
Faith & Routine Integration
• Begin and end each session with a dua
• Emphasis on salaam greetings and polite speech
• Modeling Prophet Muhammad’s (ﷺ) gentle behavior
• Preparing hearts and routines for structured prayer time in future years