Islam: Then and Now

Since we are finishing up our unit on Islam, I thought it would be good to get your ideas about the growth and development of the religion as a whole. We are also about to begin our research papers, so this is a great time to get used to coming up with original ideas. This is an opportunity for you to put forth your thoughts, and then to defend them.

Here is what I want to know.......

How has the growth and development of Islam into one of the largest monotheistic religions impacted your life?

I would like you to give me specific examples and instances. If you disagree with a post, post a response (respectfully respond I might add) Be creative. Ask your parents and friends. Let me know what you come up with. I look forward to hearing what you have to say!

How Far Should We Go?

In shades of "Jurrasic Park", a team of researchers are beginning plans to bring to life an extinct species of mammoth using DNA from a specimin in Russia (click on the "Mammoth Article" below). Should this be done? Should the government be involved? If so, how? Let me know how you think this article is related to our study of Civics and government. Leave a comment below (click on the word "comments"). Ask you parents also! I would love to know what you think!

Mammoth Article