Gentle Giants
Group A: Rasheedah Zakariya, Shabana Akram, Zara Rahman, Zenab Moiz, Maryam Rufaidah and Sultana Begum
Learning Outcomes
Throughout the lessons, students in the 5th grade will learn to:
1st Step: Explore with Fascinating Facts
They can hear through their feet.
They can reach speeds of 40km/h!
They have excellent Maths skills.
Their tusks are actually teeth.
They're the world's largest land animal.
They communicate through vibrations.
Elephants may feed for up to 16 hours a day.
An adult African elephant weighs about 5,443 kilograms.
2nd Step: Compare
2nd Step: Compare
Elephants are mammals with a large body, long trunk, and tusks.
The weight of an adult elephant can range between 10,000 to 14,000 pounds (4,500 to 6,350 kilograms) for African elephants while Asian elephants generally weigh between 6,000 to 11,000 pounds (2,700 to 5,000 kilograms).
Has a geometric, angular design with a stainless steel exoskeleton.
Has an estimated weight of around 8,800 pounds (4,000 kilograms). This is a rough estimate as the exact specifications can vary based on the configuration and options chosen.
Structure
Tesla Military Cyber Truck
Elephants
2nd Step: Compare
Consumes food and water.
Uses electrical energy stored in batteries.
Food consumption
Can move large objects or traveling long distances over rough terrain.
Depends on battery technology and energy consumption.
Elephants
Efficiency/ performance
Tesla Military Cyber Truck
3rd Step: Question
How many people does it take to manufacture a Tesla Cyber Truck ? The exact number of people required to make a Tesla Cyber Truck can vary based on the production stage, factory setup, and automation level. Tesla's production processes are highly automated, so a significant portion of the assembly is done by machines. However, a team of engineers, assembly line workers, quality control personnel, and other staff are involved throughout the manufacturing process. While Tesla has not specified the exact number of people involved in producing each vehicle, it’s likely a combination of hundreds of employees working across different stages and roles in the production line.
Can an elephant survive in the Arctic? An elephant would not be able to survive in the Arctic. Elephants can only survive in warm climates and have physical characteristics suited for hot environments, such as large ears that help dissipate heat. The Arctic's extreme cold, lack of appropriate food sources, and harsh environmental conditions would be detrimental to an elephant's health and survival. They are not equipped to handle the cold temperatures and would struggle to find the necessary food and water in such a setting.
3rd Step: Question
4th Step: Interconnectivity and Interdependency
Sun
Soil
Trees
Humans
Leaves
Earth
Water
Transport
Elephants are part of the big plan. Everything fits together just right.
Everything is connected and works perfectly. He must be powerful and knowledgeable to make all this happen and fit together. We call Him Allah.
4th Step: Connect to The Divine Names
Al Aziz
The Mighty One. He is the most powerful and strong. He is the conqueror that is never conquered and never harmed. The elephant is the strongest land animal on Earth.
Al Khaliq
Allah’s name, Al Khaliq means: The Creator. This name shows that Allah is the One who, from nothing, created everything into existence. Allah is the Creator of the Elephant.
Al Hakeem
The Wise/ The One whose wisdom is perfect. He is free from any error and misunderstanding which means He does everything in the most appropriate way in the best place and time.
4th Step: Connect to The Divine Names
Al Qawiyy
The One who possesses unlimited strength and endurance. The One who is beyond all weakness. Elephants are created as strong, thick skinned animals that are given a lot of strength.
Al Jaleel
The Majestic, The Glorious. The One whose greatness and majesty are immeasurable and cannot be comprehended by the senses. The Elephant is created as a mighty, great animal.
Al Mutakabbir
Allah’s name means: The Supremely Great, The Perfection of Greatness. The root word comes from k-b-r which means to be great in size. Elephants are great in size.
4th Step: Connect with the Qur’an
4th Step: Connect with the Qur’an
In the Name of Allah, The Most Gracious, The Most Merciful
4th Step: Connect with the Qur’an
5th Step: Appreciate- Dhikr (Remembrance)
Moral Lesson: The elephant, known for its strong memory and loyalty, serves as a reminder to us of the importance of Dhikr, or the remembrance of Allah. Just as the elephant remembers its path and connections, we should consistently remember our Creator, reflecting on His blessings and maintaining a strong bond with Him.
Remembrance of Allah: The elephant's memory can symbolize the human need to remember Allah constantly, just as the elephant never forgets its way or its herd.
Loyalty and Faithfulness: The elephant's loyalty can be seen as a lesson in maintaining loyalty to our faith and our responsibilities as Muslims
5th Step: Appreciate- Fikr (Reflection)
Moral Lesson: The story of Surah Al-Fil is a powerful reminder of human limitations and the need for humility. Despite Abraha’s immense military strength, symbolized by the use of elephants, his arrogance led him to challenge the sanctity of the Kaaba. The outcome—where a mighty army was brought down by small birds through Allah’s command—illustrates that no matter how powerful one may seem, we are all ultimately subject to the will of Allah.
Acknowledgment of Human Limits: Just as the elephant army was rendered powerless by Allah's intervention, we must recognize that our own strength and abilities are not absolute. True humility comes from understanding that, regardless of our achievements or power, we are dependent on Allah’s mercy and guidance.
Avoidance of Arrogance: The fate of Abraha’s army serves as a caution against arrogance. When we forget our place as humble servants of Allah and act out of pride or overconfidence, we risk facing consequences that remind us of our limitations. The elephant, despite its great strength, could not protect Abraha’s army, emphasizing that humility is essential in recognizing our dependence on Allah.
5th Step: Appreciate- Fikr (Reflection)
Moral Lesson:The elephant's behavior, such as its empathy and social bonds, invites us to reflect deeply (Fikr) on the importance of community, compassion, and the interconnectedness of all living beings. Reflecting on the elephant's gentle yet powerful nature can inspire us to balance strength with compassion in our own lives.
Compassion and Empathy: The elephant's care for its young and its herd teaches us to reflect on the importance of empathy and care for others in our community.
Interconnectedness: Reflect on how the elephant’s role in the ecosystem, such as spreading seeds and creating pathways, shows the interconnectedness of life and our role in maintaining harmony in our environment and society.
5th Step: Appreciate- Shukur (Gratitude)
Moral Lesson: The elephant, is made to live different environments, can inspire a sense of Shukar, or gratitude, in us. We can learn to be grateful for the resources and abilities we have been given, using them wisely and responsibly, just as the elephant uses its strength to support its herd and environment.
Gratitude for Strength and Abilities: Reflecting on the elephant’s strength reminds us to be grateful for our own abilities and to use them in service to others and to Allah.
Appreciation for Creation: The majesty and grandeur of the elephant as a creation of Allah can inspire us to appreciate and be grateful for the diversity and beauty of the natural world.