Why does religion look different around the world? (Part 1)

Comparing the Abrahamic religions, children discover how some practices are observed.

Teacher video: What does religion look like around the world?

An overview video to support the teaching of this unit.

Lessons

Introductory lesson: Respectful R&W – What words can be used to describe God?

  • To recognise the importance of words used to describe God.

 

Lesson 1: How do some religions believe in the same God?

  • To identify the similarities and differences between some Abrahamic religions.

Lesson 2: How might a Jewish person observe Shabbat?

  • To identify why some mitzvot have been adapted. 

Lesson 3: Why is Friday night dinner different?

  • To explain reasons why traditions can vary within a religion.

Lesson 4: What can a head covering tell us about identity?

  • To recognise how some religious practices are influenced by both culture and scripture.

Lesson 5: Why might someone want to cover their hair?

  • To discuss reasons why someone may choose to cover their hair.

Key skills

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Key knowledge

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Key vocabulary

Abrahamic religions

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Unit resources

Assessment – Religion and Worldviews Y6: Why does religion look different around the world? (Part 1)

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Religion and worldviews: Long-term plans

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Religion and worldviews: Progression of pupils skills and knowledge

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Key vocabulary

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