Origin of Algebra

Algebra is named after All Kharizimi’s book, Al Jabr wa al Muqabilah, which revolutionized mathematics.

 

It gave a new shape and dimension that was different from the Greek concept which was essentially based on geometry.

Algebra was further developed by numerous Muslim scholars and  it widely reached Europe after 300 years.

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Soap Opera - Making Soap at Home

All commercial soaps are a mixture of vegetable or animal fats or oils treated with lye also known as “caustic soda”

All commercial soaps are a mixture of vegetable or animal fats or oils treated with lye also known as “caustic soda”. Home made soaps can be tailored according to your own needs.

Start melting the base of the soap and add you own ingredients and shape it. Dress up your soap to make it a perfect present like Milk and honey bar , cinnamon herbal soap and tea rose beauty soap.

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Miswak

Miswak is a common name for Salvadore persica .Miswak not only has the chemical for oral treatments but also the twig acts as a brush.

The use of Miswak is popularized by Prophet Muhammad(PBUH). These are used as a brush to scrub one’s teeth before prayer.

 

There are 70 benefits of Miswak as recommended by Islamic Literature and many of these have been scientifically proven.

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Inventions by Muslims

Muslims have had a profound and lasting influence on the world today. Through their ingenious and and momentous discoveries, Muslims revolutionized science, technology and civilization. The creation of first cheque , windmill, medicine etc are the prominent contributions.

 Muslims adopted the Indian version of numerical in to modern numbers 1 to 9.

 The application of zero was the work of Muslim mathematician Al-Khwarizmi and Al-Kindi in 825. Arabic numerical came to Europe in late 10^th century

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Embroidery work on Trucks

The passion and love of truck owners is widely seen on the Highways; from Karachi to Peshawar, all decorated with mirror work, hand paintings and verses from their favorite poets.

Embroidery work in and out of the cabin is an extraordinary sight and in a class of its own.

The province culture is reflected in the embroidery, paint and the selective use of poetry.

Such piece of art is exhibited in museums in foreign countries.

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The Soul of Dresses - Embroidery

Embroidery is widely practiced art in Pakistan.

Each province has a unique feature and embroidery traditions

These are further used to embellish a diverse range of items such as house accessories, home accessories, dresses and glass work.

Collection includes, banarsi, swiss voil, georgette, Linen, lawn and much more.

 

 These are beautifully crafted by talented artisans who excel in needle work, bead work, hand and machine made stitches.

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Assessment Please…

School schedules are hectic. Students need opportunity to enjoy learning than before with least stress of exams.

 A new portfolio should be designed to reflect a clear picture of an individual’s knowledge, skills and abilities. This system was first used in 1983 which includes notes written by students, related projects and activities. 

The overall aim of this portfolio is to encourage learning not scores. This encourages student to direct his or her efforts in an authentic way.

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