PODCAST YOUR HERITAGE
Theme: Innovation in Our Heritage
Mission:
Some of the greatest stories in Islamic history are barely known — incredible scientists, explorers, artists, and inventors whose work changed the world. Podcasts are one of the most popular ways people share stories and ideas today. Your mission is to plan and create a short podcast episode about a fascinating figure from Islamic history that more people should know about!
Details:
Age: 10+
Groups: Individually or in pairs.
Learning aims: research skills, storytelling, Islamic history, media production basics, communication skills.
You’ll need: Internet for research, pen and paper, a phone or computer to record audio.
Let’s Get Started!
Choose a figure from Islamic history who interests you. Some ideas: Fatima al-Fihri (founded the world’s first university), Abbas ibn Firnas (early flight pioneer), Maryam al-Ijliya (astrolabe maker), or Al-Zahrawi (father of modern surgery).
Research your chosen person. What did they achieve? Why does it matter today? What obstacles did they overcome?
Write a script for a 3-5 minute podcast episode. Include an introduction, the main story, and why listeners should care.
Record your episode! Use your phone’s voice recorder or a free app.
Share it with your class, family, or community!