Perton Middle School Religious Education Medium Term Planning Year : 7 Unit : In Search of God Term: Autumn 1 (and some of 2) Questions to Raise

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1 Perton Middle School Religious Education Medium Term Planning Year : 7 Unit : In Search of God Term: Autumn 1 (and some of 2) Questions to Raise Duration: 8 x 55 mins Issues Religion Meaning Lifestance What do people believe about God? Who or what do believers think of as God? How is belief in God expressed? In Search of God THINKING ABOUT GOD 1 INVESTIGATE beliefs about the nature and existence of God LIVING IN COMMUNITY 3a ENTER IMAGINATIVELY into the shared activities of a religious community What do you think is God? In this unit the children will investigate their own beliefs about the nature and existence of God They will also explore the shared activities of a Hindu community through visiting a Hindu temple and talking with believers. Expectations At the end of this unit : All of the children: Will be able to describe their own beliefs about God Will be able to describe what other people believe about God Will be able to describe key beliefs of Christianity and God. Will be able to describe key Beliefs of another religion and God Will produce a presentation about God. Most of the children will: Be able to interrogate religious texts to investigate how belief in God is expressed Be able to suggest and think about questions that are important to religious people. Begin to develop a deeper understanding of the symbolism used in religions to express ideas Be able to use arguments to support or challenge a viewpoint Be able to show how belief in God can affect the way a believer responds to the world around us Some of the children: Will be able to link together similar ideas about god in different religions Will be able to give a clear account of their own views about God showing greater maturity through reflection and considering others points of view. Assessment Learning Outcomes: Opportunities for Assessment: Attainment Indicators: Children will be able to - Steps - INVESTIGATE beliefs about the nature and existence of God I will be able to produce a list of Christian beliefs about God Film / presentation on Searching for God In books make a list of beliefs Christians hold about God, can the children think of ways these views have had an affect on the world around us. Step 4 Can express a personal viewpoint Step 5 Can express a personal viewpoint whilst taking account of the views of others. (Lifestance) Step 4 Can describe key beliefs of Christianity Step 5 Can say what affect these views have on life around us. (religion)

2 Target ACTIVITIES RESOURCES 1 I will begin to explore the reasons behind why people believe God exists. I will be able to use RE vocabulary in the correct context 2 I will be able to investigate what God is like from a Christian perspective I will be able to use and understand RE Vocabulary Introduce unit Searching for God and write the question on the board To believe or not to believe? Starter use cards or Easiteach flipchart to sort them into arguments to believe or not to believe Then match up the argument that challenges it. Go over as class Go over Wilfs and Walts 1. Chose two arguments for or against that most convince you and write sentences to explain your choice 2. Using text books page 4/5 complete task 1 and 2 3. Explain what we mean when we use the term Argument (a thought out reason) based on what they see happening in the world (use example in book pg 5) 4. Orally answer questions in task 3 Homework Is there a God? Plenary What do we mean by Argument? What do these words mean? Agnostic, Atheist, Theist. Is it okay for people to have different views about God? Why? Load PowerPoint lesson 2 Go over Wilfs and Walts Starter Reveal the question What is God Like? Show ppt What is God Like? Each table/group uses a whiteboard to write down as many original answers within a given time limit. Ask for one example from each group. Does anyone else have an intriguing answer? 1. Explain that they are going to listen to some Christian children talking about what they think God is like. They need to consider their views and fill in the w/s 26 to answer the question If God was Play track 2 on CD You may need to play it twice 2. Christians believe God is creator, eternal, transcendental and immanent, omnipotent and omniscient ( write up meanings on board or use ppt) Children divide their page into 4 quarters with each belief in each box as on activstudio. In groups of 4 allocate each of the beliefs to each member. Listen again to track 2 matching some of the children's comments to that belief. Group then share their findings and copy each others work into their book. Homework Complete this task Plenary Go over answers children have given PowerPoint lesson 1 w/s 22 This is RE page 4/5 Is there a god pg 21 w/s Teachers notes page 18/19 teachers book This is RE PowerPoint 2 CD Track 2 Active Resources for Christianity w/s 26 w/s 27 for teachers reference 3 I will be able to investigate what different faiths and individuals believe about God I will be able to highlight similarities and differences between different religions.. Load PowerPoint 3 Starter Bible Race Children use the Biblical references to find out what Christians believe about God. Hands up when quote found 1hp, explain what Christian belief about God is 1hp, annotate quotes as you go. : 1. We are going to look at what different religions believe about God Using the work sheets in pairs read through checking the glossary when needed. 2. (Use guided writing to answer one of the religions questions) Write down one thing that you think sums up that religion (be prepared to explain your answer, and then one thing that surprised you about the similarities or differences. Repeat for each religion they will not need to write their own for the one you did as a guided writing task as they should have been doing it with you. Give them a time limit of 5 mins for each one then 3. Ext: Using the sheet What they believe about God can they match up the texts they have just used to a description of a faith? - The names of the faith have been hidden and there are more faiths than scriptures Plenary Questions such as What does a Hindu believe about God? Can you highlight any similarities difference between religions? PowerPoint 3 Bibles w/s 29 if IWB not available Worksheets Religious beliefs And glossaries Ext What they believe about God 4 I will be able to explain how different people express their belief about God I will be able to work cooperatively in groups. Starter What do we know about world religions? Use w/s 24 to organise into correct columns. Go over as class on board. Load PowerPoint 4 1. Explain that the children will be making a video/ presentation entitled Searching for God running time between 5 and 10 mins. Use PowerPoint slide to outline the requirements. (Wilfs and Walts). 2. Children write down their own statement about what they believe about God 3. Children can chose their own groups (with teachers discretion) there are 6 cameras available but not during this lesson 4. Plan out what each person will be doing in the group what research needs to be done and what will be the time scale for each task Homework Prepare resources, do research. And come ready to start shooting the film. Plenary Watch video searching for God. Ensure everyone has a job to do and they know it. PowerPoint 4 W/s 24 Planning sheets video searching for God (first 10 mins)

3 5 Target ACTIVITIES RESOURCES I will be able to share my own beliefs about God I will be able to begin to prepare and present my ideas within my own group Load PowerPoint 4 Starter In pairs share their own beliefs about what God is like from last lesson 1. Ensure children are clear about what needs to be included in their film/ presentation. 2. Children work in their groups. Teacher to check each group is working with their own planning sheet and that the whole group is involved. Homework Continue to prepare resources for next lesson Plenary Ask children to tell you what needs to be in their film. Computer suite room 4 Cameras Please ensure you book them out and have spare batteries! Belief cards 6 I will be able to reflect on my beliefs I will be able to consider important questions I will be able to express problems I am experiencing or help others to solve theirs. Load PowerPoint 4 Starter What is right and what is wrong? Is their a purpose to my life Discuss and reflect on your own beliefs and ideas. This could be done in a circle time format. 1. Children to continue with film. 1 lesson left next week to put the final touches to it Plenary Discuss problems the children are experiencing. Can the others help in anyway? 2. Children to continue with their films/presentations Plenary Are there any issues that the children have come across that they cannot sort out? Computer suite room 4 Cameras Please ensure you book them out and have spare batteries! Belief cards 7 I will be able to evaluate my own learning I will be able to finalise my project on searching for God Load PowerPoint 4 Last lesson to complete film. 1. Children complete projects 2. Children who have completed their part of the task complete an evaluation 3. Create a bookmark using the idea of Searching for God, use pictures, symbols and or words. This could be done on the computer or on card. Plenary Films/presentations will be watched next lesson Computer suite room 4 Cameras Please ensure you book them out and have spare batteries! Belief cards

4 Curriculum Links Literacy Links Numeracy Links Reading: accessing and using a variety of factual texts and viewpoints. Using Interactive white board resources to organise and clarify data. Use of guided reading to analyse and interpret and annotate a text. Using a subject specific glossary. Writing: opportunities to use writing to express their own viewpoints and to record factual data. Understanding and using the concept of Argument to support or challenge a belief. Structuring their writing/ideas for use as a storyboard for a presentation. Use of guided writing to help understand how to structure their responses Speaking and Listening: In class and group situations. Reflecting on other peoples viewpoints through listening to audio after being given a focus for a task. Learning how to present themselves to a wider audience through the use of Video or PowerPoint Presentations None Citizenship Links Becoming Informed Citizens: the diversity of religious identities in the UK and the need for mutual understanding. Developing skills of enquiry and communication: think about topical political, spiritual, moral, social and other cultural issues by analysing information and it s sources; justify orally and in writing a personal viewpoint about such issues: contribute to group and class discussion and debate. Participation and responsible action: use imagination to consider other peoples experiences and be able to think about, express and explain views that are not their own. IT Targets Possible IT Activities to be used either as IT Lessons or if you can get into the computer suite. Exchange They could prepare and send questionnaires about God via s to different organisations asking if information and ideas they could answer the questions. (if you choose to do this it is best to limit the children to a list of with others in a addresses that you have already checked out and asked if they would like to participate in the research.) variety of ways including the use of . Assessment (Level 5) The children could then organise and present the answers they received within a mini film or presentation Use ICT to present using cameras, video software or PowerPoint different forms of information Learning and Outcomes: Opportunities for Attainment Indicators: show an awareness of Teaching Links: Use of IWB Assessment: resources including PowerPoints with Lesson structure and links to Activstudio flipcharts and Easiteach. Subject specific software- Belair Christianity the intended audience (level 4) Children will be able to Steps - - INVESTIGATE beliefs about the nature and existence of God I will be able to produce a list of Christian beliefs about God Film / presentation on Searching for God In books make a list of beliefs Christians hold about God, can the children think of ways these views have had an affect on the world around us. Step 4 Can express a personal viewpoint Step 5 Can express a personal viewpoint whilst taking account of the views of others. (Lifestance) Step 4 Can describe key beliefs of Christianity Step 5 Can say what affect these views have on life around us. (religion)

5 Perton Middle School Religious Education Medium Term Planning Year : 7 Unit : Searching for God Term: Autumn 1 Duration: 7 x 55 Questions to Raise Issues Religion Meaning Lifestance What do people believe in? Who or what do believers think of as God? Evaluation of ACTIVITIES Evaluation How is belief in God expressed? Introduce unit Searching for God and write the question on the board To believe or not to believe? Starter use cards or Easiteach flipchart to sort them into arguments to believe or not to believe Then match up the argument that challenges it. Go over as class Go over Wilfs and Walts 1. Chose two arguments for or against that most convince you and write sentences to explain your choice 2. Using text books page 4/5 complete task 1 and 2 3. Explain what we mean when we use the term Argument (a thought out reason) based on what they see happening in the world (use example in book pg 5) 4. Orally answer questions in task 3 Homework Is there a God? Plenary What do we mean by Argument? What do these words mean? Agnostic, Atheist, Theist. Is it okay for people to have different views about God? Why? Load PowerPoint lesson 2 Go over Wilfs and Walts Starter Reveal the question What is God Like? Each table/group uses a whiteboard to write down as many original answers within a given time limit. Ask for one example from each group. Does anyone else have an intriguing answer? 1. Explain that they are going to listen to some Christian children talking about what they think God is like. They need to consider their views and fill in the w/s 26 to answer the question If God was Play track 2 on CD You may need to play it twice 2. Christians believe God is creator, eternal, transcendental and immanent, omnipotent and omniscient ( write up meanings on board or use ppt) Children divide their page into 4 quarters with each belief in each box as on activstudio. In groups of 4 allocate each of the beliefs to each member. Listen again to track 2 matching some of the children's comments to that belief. Group then share their findings and copy each others work into their book. Homework Complete this task Plenary Go over answers children have given Load PowerPoint 3 Starter Bible Race Children use the Biblical references to find out what Christians believe about God. Hands up when quote found 1hp, explain what Christian belief about God is 1hp, annotate quotes as you go. : 1. We are going to look at what different religions believe about God Using the work sheets in pairs read through checking the glossary when needed. 2. (Use guided writing to answer one of the religions questions) Write down one thing that you think sums up that religion (be prepared to explain your answer, and then one thing that surprised you about the similarities or differences. Repeat for each religion they will not need to write their own for the one you did as a guided writing task as they should have been doing it with you. Give them a time limit of 5 mins for each one then 3. Ext: Using the sheet What they believe about God can they match up the texts they have just used to a description of a faith? - The names of the faith have been hidden and there are more faiths than scriptures Plenary Questions such as What does a Hindu believe about God? Can you highlight any similarities difference between religions? Starter What do we know about world religions? Use w/s 24 to organise into correct columns. Go over as class on board. Load PowerPoint 4 1. Explain that the children will be making a video/ presentation entitled Searching for God running time between 5 and 10 mins. Use PowerPoint slide to outline the requirements. (Wilfs and Walts). 2. Children write down their own statement about what they believe about God 3. Children can chose their own groups (with teachers discretion) there are 6 cameras available but not during this lesson 4. Plan out what each person will be doing in the group what research needs to be done and what will be the time scale for each task Homework Prepare resources, do research. And come ready to start shooting the film. Plenary Watch video searching for God. Ensure everyone has a job to do and they know it. Load PowerPoint 4 Starter In pairs share their own beliefs about what God is like from last lesson 1. Ensure children are clear about what needs to be included in their film/presentation. 2. Children work in their groups. Teacher to check each group is working with their own planning sheet and that the whole group is involved. Homework Continue to prepare resources for next lesson Plenary Ask children to tell you what needs to be in their film. Load PowerPoint 4 Starter What is right and what is wrong? Is their a purpose to my life Discuss and reflect on your own beliefs and ideas. This could be done in a circle time format. 1. Children to continue with film. 1 lesson left next week to put the final touches to it Plenary Discuss problems the children are experiencing. Can the others help in anyway? 2. Children to continue with their films/presentations Plenary Are there any issues that the children have come across that they cannot sort out? Load PowerPoint 4 Last lesson to complete film. 1. Children complete projects 2. Children who have completed their part of the task complete an evaluation 3. Create a bookmark using the idea of Searching for God, use pictures, symbols and or words. This could be done on the computer or on card. Plenary Films/presentations will be watched next lesson Indicate how activity went. What do you think is God? Notes on how to improve activities.

6 Hinduism The Basics Hinduism is the oldest living religion in the world. The most significant gods often viewed as three parts of one whole are Brahma, the creator; Vishnu, the preserver of creation; and Shiva, the destroyer. Hindu scriptures include the Vedas (the earliest writings) and the Bhagavad Gita (an epic poem). Hindus believe in the unity of all life that people, gods, nature and animals are all "connected." Hindus believe in a caste system a "ladder," so to speak, of different social classes. They believe in samsara remaining in a certain caste level in a process of life, death and reincarnation. Karma, the accumulation of good and bad deeds, determines your caste in the next life. Good karma gets you promoted to the next level, and ultimately, over the course of several lifetimes, to being "absorbed into the divine essence." Bad karma gets you demoted to a lower caste, or even to being an animal. Similarities Hindus believe Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva are three gods sharing the same substance. This three-in-one idea isn't a foreign one to Christians, since they understand God in terms of three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. And like Hindus, Christians believe practicing goodness is vital. Hindus and Christians believe in one God although Hindus reflect different aspects of God through many different deities. Differences Christians believe earthly life is a prelude to a heavenly existence, not just one life in a cycle of many. Hindus think each person is part of one great soul or deity; Christians affirm an individual soul in each person. Hindus see deity and the natural world as one and the same (pantheism); Christians make a strong distinction between God and His creation. absorbed accumulation affirm caste determines deities divine essence existence prelude preserver reincarnation scriptures significant substance unity vital Glossary To become part of something The grand total To declare positively or firmly; maintain to be true. A social class separated from others by distinctions of hereditary rank, profession, or wealth. Decides God or Goddess Being or having the nature of God Important stuff Life Comes before Keeps alive Cycle of birth, Life, death and rebirth Holy writings Important Essence Everything being joined up Most important

7 Buddhism The Basics About 500 B.C., Siddhartha Gautama found "enlightenment," changed his name to Buddha ("awakened one"), and began teaching others how to become enlightened. Buddhists believe we're all trapped in a life of physical and emotional pain, attached to material goods, consumed by unimportant things. To break free of this existence, one must understand the Four Noble Truths, which explain why people suffer, and the Eightfold Path, a practical set of guidelines for living. Following the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path can result in a state of "non-existence" called nirvana. The main scripture in Buddhism is called the Tripitaka, which includes the teachings of Buddha, oral traditions and the Eightfold Path. Buddhism comes in several different forms. Some Buddhists, for instance, have never heard of the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, or nirvana. Some offer prayers and sacrifices to Buddha, hoping for his favour. Others look forward to a new Buddha, a kind of messiah, to bring enlightenment to the earth. Similarities When Buddhists talk about suffering, Christians know where they're coming from. Jesus suffered a very cruel death and the apostle Peter said that Christ's followers should expect to suffer as well (1 Peter 4:12-13). Christians follow the Ten Commandments to lead them on their way and Buddhists follow the Eightfold path. Both spend time in meditation or prayer. Both religions believe in showing respect and tolerance to others and the natural world. Differences While both faiths agree there's suffering in life, Buddhists believe they can end it by eliminating their desires. Christians try to ease suffering, but believe they can't completely prevent it because of sin in the world. Suffering began with Adam and Eve, and believe it won't end until Jesus comes back. Also, as Christians, their ultimate goal isn't nirvana. It's a relationship with a personal God and eventually a real existence with Him in heaven.

8 Buddhism Glossary apostle awakened consumed desires ease eightfold path eliminates enlightenment existence Four Noble Truths A person who is sent to preach the gospel (truth To become aware or conscious Concentrating on something so much that you can't think of anything else Things that you want Make better A code of living, like rules to follow these are: perfect vision; emotion; speech; action; livelihood; effort and awareness Gets rid of Reaching a state of grace or realisation of the To have life The Four Noble are not meant to be a kind of theory about the way things are, it is more like a doctor giving a diagnosis for action. They are the: 1. Truth about suffering, 2. the truth of the cause of suffering. 3. the truth about how to end suffering and 4. the truth about how to live following the eightfold meditation messiah oral respect scripture Ten Commandments ultimate An exercise of thinking deeply or contemplating an idea One who is anticipated as, regarded as, or professes to be a saviour or liberator. spoken Willingness to show consideration or appreciation Holy writings A list of rules given to Moses by God The greatest, final destination

9 Judaism The Basics Deuteronomy 6:4 reads, "Hear O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one." It's part of the Shema (verses 4-9) that Orthodox Jews say every morning and evening. The Shema reminds Jews to keep God's laws and pass them on to the next generation, and is one reason Jews believe they're God's chosen people. Jews believe God revealed himself in history through prophets and promises a future messiah who will bring a reign of peace. They follow the sacred texts of the Tanakh and the Talmud. The Tanakh is what we call the Old Testament. The Talmud is a huge collection of laws, stories and commentary that guides Jews as they live out their beliefs. But not all Jews still follow the traditional texts and beliefs. In Reformed Judaism, Jews stick to the ethics of traditional Judaism but no longer strictly follow the Scriptures, leaving many of the laws up to personal interpretation. Conservative Judaism is closer to traditional or Orthodox Judaism. Similarities Jews and Christians believe in one God (monotheism), and both believe the Old Testament is true. Abraham, Moses and David are key figures for both faiths; the stories of the Old Testament are part of a common heritage. And, of course, Jews and Christians share belief in a messiah. Both religions teach people to live with respect for others and show God and His creation respect. The aim of both religions is to end up with God by doing good deeds on earth. Differences Jews and Christians have a different interpretation of some Old Testament writings. For instance, though both look to a messiah, practicing Jews believe the Messiah hasn't yet come, while Christians believe Jesus is the Messiah. Jews believe the Messiah will set up a powerful, kingly reign on earth and reunite Israel, but Christians see Jesus as both the king and the suffering servant (Isaiah 53) who died on the cross. Christians' hope is not just in this world, but in a future heaven with Christ. commentary Deuteronomy heritage interpretation messiah orthodox practicing prophets reign revealed Shema Judaism Explanation of a text Book in the Old Testament Something that has been passed down from a previous generation What a person thinks something means One who is anticipated as, regarded as, or professes to be a saviour or liberator. Those who follow the traditional teachings of a faith A person who is consciously trying to follow their religious laws or rules A person who is giving a message from God When God, a person or government rule over somewhere Shown to everyone Prayer

10 Islam The Basics In A.D. 610, Muslims believe the angel Gabriel told Muhammad to become a prophet, calling people back to the truth and laying the foundation of Islam now the world's second-largest religion (after Christianity). Its one billion followers believe "there is no God but Allah and Muhammad is his Prophet." Since Allah alone is god, Muslims don't view Muhammad like Christians view Jesus. Muhammad was not a deity, but a prophet with a message from God. For Muslims, actions are more important than beliefs. In "submitting to the will of God" (the meaning of the word "Islam"), they stick to the Five Pillars, requirements including regular charity, praying five times a day, and making at least one pilgrimage to Mecca (Islam's holy city). The Qur'an (or Koran), which Muslims believe documents the visions Muhammad received, is the most important text, although our Old and New Testaments are also significant in Islam. Similarities Christians and Muslims share a lot of similar beliefs. Moses, Jacob and David are influential in both faiths. And Muslims have enormous respect for Jesus, seeing him as the second-greatest prophet. Muslims also believe in Jesus' virgin birth and his miracles. The Christian concept of grace is similar to the Muslim concept of mercy. Both religions expect believers to show their faith through doing good things for others and living a good life themselves. Differences Muslims don't believe in Jesus' death and resurrection, and they consider the Christian claim of Jesus' divinity blasphemous. In Islam, Muhammad is the greatest and most authentic prophet. While they think highly of the Bible, Muslims think the Qur'an is the true Word of God. Muslims are expected to pray 5 times a day. Glossary authentic blasphemous deity divinity Five Pillars foundation grace influential mercy prophet requirements resurrection significant submitting visions will The real thing Words spoken against God God or Goddess Being or having the nature of God The five main beliefs of Islam: Shahada, Salah, Sawm, Zakat and Hajj The building blocks The loving help that God gives to all human beings, an undeserved gift Important Compassionate treatment, especially of those under one's power; clemency, to be kind and forgiving: A person who is giving a message from God Things you need to do Being brought back to life Important Agreeing to do what you have been told Things that you have seen A desire, purpose, or determination, especially of one in authority

11 Sikhism Basics Over twenty million Sikhs follow a religion born five centuries ago in the Punjab region of northern India. Between 1469 and 1708, ten Gurus preached a simple message of truth, devotion to God, and universal equality. Sikhism rejects idolatry, the caste system, ritualism, and asceticism. It recognizes the equality between both genders and all religions, prohibits the intake of any intoxicants, and encourages an honest, truthful living. Sikhs have their own holy scripture, Guru Granth Sahib. Written, composed, and compiled by the Sikh Gurus themselves, the Guru Granth Sahib serves as the ultimate source of spiritual guidance for Sikhs. While the Sikhs hold their Gurus in high reverence, they are not to be worshipped; Sikhs may only worship God. Members of the Sikh community are mainly concentrated in their homeland, Punjab; however, many Sikh populations exist throughout the rest of India and the world. Male members of the Sikh religion use the name, Singh (lion), as their middle or last name, while females use the name, Kaur (princess). The hard-working nature of the Sikhs is derived from their religion, which can be best described as a faith of unlimited optimism. God is all omnipotent, omnipresent and omniscient. A Sikh is encouraged to rise above ego, live a truthful family life, share earnings with the less fortunate, and, as a human being, work toward progress on the individual and social level. Similarities Both religions believe in one God (monotheism), Both religions follow the teachings of key religious figures (Sikhism : the Ten Gurus, Christians : the Prophets and Jesus). A Sikh regards the world as a meaningful creation of God wherein noble, truthful, and selfless actions can bring a person closer to realizing Him. This is similar to the Christian beliefs of a world created by God and being able to have a personal relationship with Him by following the teachings especially Jesus message of Love. Differences Sikhism preaches universal equality, and therefore, regards all religions and people as equal before the eyes of God. Whereas Christians believe there is only one path to God and that is through Jesus. The Sikhs regard Guru Granth Sahib as a living Guru and give it utmost respect. The Granth is always wrapped in clean sheets. It is ceremoniously opened every morning and closed at night time. It is placed on the small cot with cushions under and on its sides. Sheets are used to cover the Granth when it is open. The open copy of the Granth must be placed under a canopy. Every devotee must bow to it when he/she comes in to its presence. (The only other religion which shows similar type of respect to its holy book is Judaism). Whereas the Bible although greatly respected by Christians is used more as a tool for learning about God and as such is expected to be read, touched and used daily in the search for a personal relationship with God.

12 Sikhism Glossary asceticism caste system ceremoniously derived ego Guru idolatry intoxicants noble omnipotent omnipresent omniscient optimism presence prohibits prophets realizing respect reverence ritualism selfless ultimate Leading a life of self-discipline and self-denial, especially for spiritual improvement A social class separated from others by distinctions of hereditary rank, profession, or wealth. A formal act or set of acts performed as prescribed by ritual or custom comes from An exaggerated sense of self-importance; conceit. Teacher Worshipping statues of God Things like alcohol, drugs and cigarettes High moral character, such as courage, generosity, or honour One having unlimited power or authority Existing everywhere at the same time One having total knowledge Looking on the bright side of things The area immediately surrounding a great personage, especially a sovereign or Guru Not allowed A person who is giving a message from God To understand Willingness to show consideration or appreciation Profound awe and respect and often love; veneration. The prescribed order of a religious ceremony Not thinking about your own personal gain but putting others first The greatest

13 Religion Hinduism Questions to answer How would you describe this religion? What is an important belief? How would belief in this religion affect the way a believer acts? What surprised you most about the similarities or differences between this religion and Christianity? Buddhism Judaism Islam Sikhism

14 Searching For God Assessment Criteria and Planning Sheet Year 7 Autumn 1 What you have to Do Produce a balanced presentation about belief in God as a PowerPoint presentation or as a mini film. You have 3 lessons to use the computer suite and the facilities Presentation day will be your first lesson back after half term What I am Looking for 1. The use of arguments to support or challenge a viewpoint 2. A Christian perspective of God 3. A different religions perspective of God 4. Shown how belief in God can affect the way a believer responds to the world around us 5. Your own views about God showing greater maturity through reflection and considering others points of view. Names of people your group: Planning Guide Have you? Who will do it? Answer Can tick when completed When for? Date Found an interesting way to start the presentation? Included a statement of belief from a Christian viewpoint? Included an argument to support this view? Which other religion (or religions) have you chosen to include? Shown how belief in God can affect the way a believer responds to the world around us Decided what video clips you will want to shoot Do you need to take any stills? What of? Are you going to include Music? What? Are you going to need to do extra research? From books? Video? Internet? What facts do you need to collect? Will you be interviewing anyone from a faith? You could tape this and then role play it for the camera. Are you going to go on any faith internet sites remember to show respect for others beliefs and remember that even within a religious group their can be differences of opinion about God. How will you conclude your search for God? Any other jobs Continue on other side if you need to.