Y3/4 (A): Lesson 2: How is fire used in some Hindu ceremonies?
Exploring the use of fire in different Hindu ceremonies and considering its symbolism.
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Learning objective
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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
Display the Presentation: Range of answers and ask the children to choose which word they think symbolises the Olympic flame the most and why. Give them time to discuss their answers in pairs and take feedback.
Answers could include:
- unity because it brought people together who were from places at war.
- hope because people may wish to achieve their very best.
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Adaptive teaching
Assessing progress and understanding
Vocabulary definitions
In this unit
Y3/4 (A): Assessment – Religion and worldviews: Why is fire used ceremonially?Y3/4 (A): Lesson 1: What can fire symbolise?Y3/4 (A): Lesson 3: Can fire be divine?Y3/4 (A): Lesson 4: What is an eternal flame?Y3/4 (A): Lesson 5: How is fire used to remember?Y3/4 (A): Lesson 6: What happens in the Easter Vigil?
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Kapow Primary’s Religion and Worldviews Team Religion and worldviews specialist
Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 28 July 2026
