Learning objective
- To analyse and understand Diwali across different traditions.
Success criteria
- I can describe the themes of Diwali stories
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Religious Education Council Curriculum Framework for RE in England (non-statutory guidance):
- A1: Describe and make connections
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Cross-curricular links
RSE
Respectful relationships
Pupils
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
1: Lesson plan
An area for you to put useful resources from the previous lesson
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support:
Can produce a symbol that broadly relates to the core themes of Diwali, such as a lamp or a figure representing Rama or Mahavira.
Pupils working at greater depth:
Could relate the Diwali narratives to personal experiences or other stories they know, drawing broader connections about themes of light, good versus evil or freedom.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: identifying the core themes of
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Vocabulary definitions
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Dharma
The moral and ethical duties, responsibilities and virtues followed to live a righteous life.
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Diwali
A festival of light celebrated annually.
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In this unit
Assessment - R&W Y6: Why does religion look different around the world?
Lesson 1: How can God be linked to a place when he is everywhere?
Lesson 2: How can a worldview evolve?
Lesson 3: How can Diwali be celebrated?
Lesson 4: Why are there different Buddhist teachings?
Lesson 5: Do all Buddhists practise in the same way?
Lesson 6: Why does religion look different around the world?
Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 14th February, 2024
