Islamic American Heritage: The Civil War and Centennial America

Muslims and Islamic ideas were woven into the very fabric of American history during the time of the Civil War and the turn of the century. This textbook offers lessons and activities about Hi Jolly and the U.S. Camel Corps was instrumental in paving the way for the continental railroad and connecting the continental United States. Students learn about how Qur'an was quoted on the Senate floor in an effort to end slavery, and about the lives of the Muslim soldiers who fought in the Civil War. They also learn about the efforts of Alexander Russel Webb who was one of the first Anglo Americans to convert to Islam, the Tamale vendors who risked their lives to settle North Western U.S. territories, and the first American social societies that were influenced by Muslims. They learn how each of these events and people contributed to the first Muslim communities and mosques. Suitable for ages: 5th grade and higher

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This book is the second of a series of three textbooks that aim to teach Muslim children about their Islamic American Heritage. In this volume, students learn about what our Founding Fathers thought about Islam and the influence that Islam had on their own political and religious beliefs. It also describes the contributions of Muslim slaves to American History. The material is designed to provide provoke discussion about issues debated in American history. Additional related extension materials are available for free at www.islamicschoolresources.com This is the only textbook for Muslim children that will allow students to learn another view of American history. They will learn about Muslim heroes such as Khashkhash ibn Saeed, Mansa Abu Bakr II, Estevanico, Anthony Van Salee, and Yusef Ben Ali. Students will learn about the legend of Queen Califia, the legends of the Melungeons, Columbus' relationship with Muslims, and the Moor Sundry Act of 1790. Suitable for ages: 5th grade and higher

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