LibGuides: Muslim Innovations: Home

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Architecture

Scholarship and Learning

Science and Technology

Geography and Navigation

Mathematics

Medicine

Bookmaking and Literature

Art and Music

Recreation

1001 Inventions and Awesome Facts from Muslim Civilization by National Geographic
ISBN: 9781426312588
Publication Date: 2012-12-11
A Sixteenth Century Mosque by Fiona MacDonald; Mark Bergin (Illustrator)
ISBN: 9780872263109
Publication Date: 1994-11-01
Al-Kindi by Bridget Lim; Jennifer Viegas
ISBN: 9781508171386
Publication Date: 2016-07-30
From Physicians, Scientists, and Mathematicians of the Islamic World series. More books from this series are available.
World Religions by John Bowker
ISBN: 0744034752
Publication Date: 2021-10-12

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Middle School: Gale in Context This link opens in a new window
Great general database designed for middle school research. Academic articles, images, topic selections, and more.

Daily Life Through History This link opens in a new window
This is an interesting history database! It focuses on normal life in the past--no kings and queens here. If you are researching historical inventions, labor, relationships, immigration, etc, try this one. username: Columbia5w
password: MelvilleWhales!

Ancient and Medieval History This link opens in a new window
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BBC Bitesize: What were buildings like in the early Islamic civilisation?
This BBC Bitesize article explores key achievements of Islamic civilization, including advancements in science, medicine, mathematics, and architecture during the Golden Age of Islam.
Faces of 1,000 years of Innovation
This Google Arts & Culture feature showcases the architectural brilliance of Islamic design, exploring the intricate patterns, structures, and innovations that have shaped mosques and other landmarks worldwide.
Muslim Heritage
MuslimHeritage.com explores the contributions of Muslim civilizations in science, technology, architecture, and culture, highlighting their lasting impact on global history.

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