This Religion and worldviews video introduces teachers to the unit “Why is something special?” and supports the teaching of relevant Development Matters statements. It equips teachers to guide young children in exploring why stories can be meaningful to different people. The video covers how children learn that stories from religious and non-religious traditions can teach values like kindness, respect, and making good choices, while also encouraging personal reflection on stories that are special to them. It also highlights how to handle children’s questions sensitively and how to create opportunities for inclusive discussion and learning through continuous provision.

This video is part of Kapow Primary’s Religion and worldviews resources – special stories. It simplifies complex ideas, ensuring teachers feel confident and prepared to help children explore meaning, belief and belonging through stories in the lesson and unit below.

Religion and worldviews, Reception, Reception Units, Why are some stories special?