I particularly wanted to study the Islamic, medieval explorer Ibn Battuta. Being a contemporary of Marco Polo, who we had studied at the beginning of the year, I felt a comparison study would be quite interesting. Both travelled widely throughout the Eastern Medieval world; both met with similar tribes and peoples; and most importantly both wrote about……
Category: World Religions: Islam
Medieval Mini Presentation
When we heard that Gary’s parents were coming to stay with us, we thought it might be good for them to see for themselves some of the work we have been doing. So we decided to do a mini presentation. Mini because I knew there was no way we would have the time or the……
al-Hasan Scientist Study: Exploring Light and Vision
If you’re looking to enrich your homeschool science with meaningful history and hands-on discovery, an al-Hasan scientist study is a brilliant place to start. Known in the West as Ibn al-Haytham, al-Hasan (965–1040 AD) was a pioneering Arab polymath whose work in optics transformed our understanding of light and vision. What makes a medieval scientist study like this so powerful is……
Islam and the Crusades
The post emphasises the importance of teaching both Christian and Muslim perspectives on the Crusades to enrich children’s understanding of history. Through hands-on projects and engaging discussions, the author explores Islam’s principles and cultural implications, fostering empathy and curiosity among students while providing a more balanced view of these historical events.