Lesson 2: Why might a Jewish person want to visit Jerusalem?
Considering the significance of the Western Wall and why someone may choose to leave a message or prayer.
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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: Anagram and ask the children to unscramble a keyword from the previous lesson:
- spiritual – Connecting with the non-physical aspects of being human.
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Adaptive teaching
Assessing progress and understanding
Vocabulary definitions
In this unit
Assessment – R&W Y6: Why is it better to be there in person?Lesson 1: What can make a space significant? People, place or practice?Lesson 3: Why is Jerusalem significant to some Muslim people?Lesson 4: How can shared challenge bring people together?Lesson 5: Are all journeys pilgrimages?Lesson 6: Why is it better to be there in person?



