Muslims are an important part of the social fabric of America. This presentation introduces audiences to basic facts about Muslims and their faith, as well as how Muslim Americans live their faith in a religiously diverse United States. Teen scripts available upon request. Click below.
Teen Presentations
Help supplement education about Muslims while countering stereotypes. Topics include Muslims and their faith in the modern world, Muslim history in the United States, Muslim contributions in diverse fields, and Ramadan and fasting.
A History of Muslim Americans
Muslims have been a part of U.S. history for centuries, but most Americans are unaware of this fact. In this presentation, we depict the substantial, documented presence of Muslims among enslaved Africans in the Americas, describe both the successive waves of immigration that have brought Muslims to our country from the 19th century on and the rediscovery of Islam among African Americans in the 20th century, and highlight notable Muslim Americans today. Teen scripts available upon request. Click below.
Muslim Contributions to Civilization
Many different peoples and cultures have contributed to world civilization, and it is important to acknowledge all of them. Contributions made by Muslims, particularly those made during the Golden Age of Islam in medieval times, have often failed to be fully recognized and acknowledged. This presentation offers a small glimpse at some of this often-ignored history, including some of the areas where Muslims made significant contributions, including art, architecture, science, math, medicine, astronomy, chemistry, physics, navigation, geography, literature, and philosophy, among countless other fields. Teen scripts available upon request. Click below.
An Overview of Ramadan & Fasting
Ramadan is a significant month for Muslims around the world. This presentation introduces students in grades 5–12 to the essential facts about Ramadan, including the purpose of fasting and how the month may impact Muslim students in school settings. Teen scripts available upon request. Click below.
