Lesson 1: What does freedom look like?
Recognising the importance of religious freedom and protected characteristics in the UK.
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Religious Education Council Curriculum Framework for RE in England (non-statutory guidance):
Cross-curricular links
Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
1. Recap and recall
Remind the children of their learning in the Introductory lesson: Does everyone have the same beliefs about God? and display the Presentation: Agree or disagree?
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Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives
Success Criteria
Success Criteria
Vocabulary
Vocabulary
Adaptive teaching
Assessing progress and understanding
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In this unit
Assessment – R&W Y5: Why do people have to stand up for what they believe in?Lesson 2: How have beliefs been challenged in the past?Lesson 3: How can light represent standing up for what you believe in?Lesson 5: What can inspire people to stand up for their beliefs?Lesson 4: Should we celebrate Bonfire Night?Lesson 6: How can we stand up for what we believe in?Optional: Why do some people use different names for Jesus?



