Lesson 3: How do some people overcome suffering?
Considering the impact of the Buddha’s guidance on how Kisa Gotami coped with suffering.
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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
Show the Presentation: Tell me more and read the statement aloud. Encourage the children to turn the statement into a longer sentence by adding a reason, example or more detail. Allow time for paired discussion.
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Adaptive teaching
Assessing progress and understanding
Vocabulary definitions
In this unit
Assessment – R&W Y5/6 (B): Why is there suffering? (Part 2)Y5/6 (B): Lesson 1: What can suffering teach us about happiness?Y5/6 (B): Lesson 2: What can cause suffering?Y5/6 (B): Lesson 4: How can Hukam help in difficult times?Y5/6 (B): Lesson 5: Who is the best at helping?Y5/6 (B): Lesson 6: How can beliefs affect our understanding of suffering?
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Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 28 July 2026
