RE New Curriculum Sept 2015 The following units have been adapted from the Bolton SACRE Syllabus. These are guidelines and may be adapted to suit the needs of your class. However please ensure that you have checked the ARE for your year group to ensure the objectives have been taught. Year 1 Who is a Christian and what do they believe? How and why do we celebrate special times? What can we learn from sacred books and stories? What does it mean to belong? Who is a Muslim and what do they believe? Religious buildings : : Who is Jesus and why is he important to Christians? Hook: Jesus Christmas Party- Nicholas Allan What is a story and why do we like them? How do we belong to other people? What do Muslims believe about God? Why are these places special? Investigate the teachings that Christians follow that tell them how to live their lives e.g. prayer and worship, behaviour to others Experience thanking being thanked, praising and being praised and connect this simply to an idea about worship. Describe some of the beliefs that Christians hold about Jesus e.g. Son of God, performed miracles, that he lives Why do Christians celebrate Christmas? What do you celebrate and why? Retell Nativity story Relate to previous topic Who is a Christian what do they believe? Symbols related to Christmas wreaths, Christingle Consider importance and value of celebration and remembrance in children s own lives Eid or Diwali Are there different types of stories? (Parable made up story with deeper meaning) Investigate how sacred books are treated and used (Bible, Qura an) Stories Jesus told: The Lost Sheep, Lost Coin, Good Samaritan Example of story found in Bible and Qura an (Noah) Why do some people believe they belong to God? What do we do at different times to show we belong? Express feelings of belonging and depending on others Show an awareness that different people belong to different religions (groups) Retell what happens in a traditional Christian baptism Retell what happens in a birth ceremony (Islam) What matters most to me? What are my big questions about God? Share stories that help to show what Muslims think about God Muhammed and the Cat, The Crying Camel, The story of Two Brothers Interview a Muslim (adult) Look at calligraphy, listen to nasheeds (I am Muslim by Zain Bhika) Share the words of the shahadah, listen to prayer call (Adhaan) Describe one of the beliefs that you hold is it similar about God? What happens in these places? Where is special for you? Why? What does sacred mean? Relate to yourself and family Find out what symbols mean Christianity (cross, rosary beads, candles) Islam (prayer mat, prayer beads, calligraphy) how are they used in the religious place? Visit Church or Mosque Think about why people choose to worship in special buildings and not at home.
Year 2 Who is a Hindu and what do they believe? Hinduism How Christians prepare for Christmas- advent How do we show we care for others? How and why do we celebrate special times? Why should we care for the Earth? Who is an inspiring person? : : : Why is worship important to Hindus? What matters the most to me? Symbol Aum why is important? (First sound in the world peace, strength, power) Used in puja, but how? Look at items on a puja tray- what do they mean? How are they used? Significance of water River Ganges Why do Hindus visit? (Great River Ganga and Shiva story) Festival Raksha Bandhan family unity Share story The Great River discuss meaning of story Meaning of advent coming Who is coming? Why prepare? What is done to prepare? Advent wreath why is it a circle? What does it symbolise? Setting up the nativity scene leave the manger empty why? When will it be filled? Nativity story (Performance) If people knew Jesus was the King how would the story change? Who should we care for? How can I show I care? The benefits and responsibilities of friendship Jesus s special friends (Luke 5 v.1-11) Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37) How do you help others? Religious belief about serving others and charity Islam (Zakah) Christianity (Alms giving) Stories of how people from other religions care for each other (The two Brothers) How have people have been inspired to care for others because of their religious beliefs (Martin Luther King 19 th January) What do you celebrate and why? Why do people celebrate special times? Holy week - Riding into Jerusalem on a donkey Explore feelings of Jesus and disciples being deserted Sunday morning (rising) How is Easter celebrated today? Palm Sunday procession Eggs symbolism (new life) What do religions have to say about how should treat the Earth? Reflect upon wonder of the world Use school grounds Stories from the Bible and a variety of cultures raise questions and discuss Christian understanding (Porverb good people look after...) Consider art and music that express ideas what music would you play for the beginning of the world? Celebrate the importance of Earth Harvest What have a group of people done to help the earth because of their beliefs Islamic Relief, Red Cross, Christian Aid Who inspires you? What makes an inspiring leader? Choose words from list to describe a leader Story of Zacchaeus how did following Jesus change his life? Why do people follow Jesus? Compare to leader from Islam (Muhammed SAW) Why was he a good leader Story Muhammed and the ants What s the difference between local leader and great Ancient leaders? (Rev Viv)
Autumn A Autumn B Spring A Spring B Summer A Summer B Year 3 How do religious beliefs change over years? What are the deeper meaning of festivals? Who is Jewish and what do they believe? Where, how and why do people worship? How and why do believers show their commitment during the journey of life? Was there always such diversity in the country with religious beliefs or did most people believe the same thing? Look at the different religious beliefs within the class. Think about beliefs during the Stone Age what evidence remains that the Stone Age people believed in some higher power cave paintings, statues monuments Consider the beginnings of religion why would the Stone Age people need something/someone to worship? Mother Goddess vs Male God - who might they have believed in? Story of Hannukah (Known as Festivals of Lights) Can God free people from slaves? Menorah lit over eight days. How is this significant? Food associated with Hannukah Latkes DT? Why is food an important part of celebrations? (link to Christmas and Eid Ul Fitr) Where do their beliefs originate from? Who is the inspiration and guide for Jewish people? Develop an understanding of the key beliefs in Judaism e.g. belief in one God Sacred text Torah how is it used and treated? Compare with treatment of other religious scriptures. Role of the synagogue Trip if possible What do you have in common with a Jewish child s beliefs? What is worship and how do people feel as they worship? What happens in a place of worship? Visit Church if possible Explore meaning and main features of rituals symbols and sounds used in worship in Christianity compare to Judaism Compare Catholic worship to CofE (Holy Communion/Eucharist) How does Christian worship reflect local culture- Italy? How and why do people speak listen to god in different languages? In what ways do religious people see life like a journey? Why is it important to keep a promise? Which events mark milestones in your life? Confirmation (Recap on Baptism) Growing up and taking responsibility in the community Sacred thread ceremony in Hinduism Rank, sort and order some different commitments held by believers in different religions and by the pupils themselves Think about the values of ceremonies that mark the commitment of a loving relationship between 2 people marriage ceremonies in 2 religious traditions Create map of life for Muslim person what can you learn from map of their life? Invite a visitor to talk to magpie ideas Reflect on own ideas about community, belonging and belief Why is life like a journey what could make you stop on your journey?
Year 4 How should we live our lives? Who can inspire us to live good lives? How does the Indus Civilisation s beliefs compare to present day? What are the deeper meanings of festivals? What do the religions teach about the natural world? How and why does a Christian follow Jesus? How do I know what is right and what is wrong? How does religion help people choose between right and wrong? Explore teachings which act as a guide for living within Christianity (Ten Commandments) compare with Humanism principles (Golden Rule) Share stories from different religion of examples of how to live a good life Sikh Stories Dhuni Chand and the Needle Christianity Beatitudes (Blessed are those who ) Consider the value and challenge of for believers of following a code of living Discuss and debate the differences between right and wrong/ good and bad and how we know the difference Why do people give up riches, or even their lives for religion? Why are key religious figures seen as sources of authority? Consider what makes a person inspirational to others identify characteristic of a good role model Look at contemporary inspirational people How have they been influenced by their religion? (Athletes, Celebrities) Begin to identify the impact of events in Guru Nanak s life to Sikhs Describe the importance of 2 main Sikh beliefs and say how they are shown through daily practice Give examples of what some Sikhs believe and compare to what pupils believe to be most important Did the Indus Civilisation have a deity to worship? How did they show their devotion? Indus Civilisation creation story how does it compare to the Christian story? Are there commonalities between Hinduism and the beliefs of the Indus Civilisation? Look at the concept of Mother as creator Look at carvings which remain from Indus civilisation how are they similar to the idols and figures found in present day Hinduism? Why do people choose to celebrate significant times? What do I think is worth celebrating? Consider questions (using Philosophy for children techniques) does light conquer darkness (Diwali) Is love stronger than death (Easter) Does giving something up make you a better person (Lent/Ramadan) Study key elements of festivals shared values, story, beliefs, hopes and commitments (sacrifice Easter/Eid-ul-Adha) Consider the role of festivals in Britain is Comic Relief a bigger festival than Easter? Can the real meaning of festivals be preserved or does shopping take over? What is the difference between celebrating and commemorating/rememberi ng? How do religions try to explain how the world was created? How do different religions think we should care for the world? Stories : Christianity Genesis 1-2, Islamic 7 days creation story, Hindu creation story Brahma Describe how the work of one agency (Christian Aid, Tear Fund, CAFOD) seeks to practise the Christian values of stewardship of the environment (local and worldwide) Compare with another agency Islamic Relief/Islamic Aid Swadesh movement Hinduism Consider their own responsibility for caring or the natural world and treating others with fairness and respect describe how beliefs about the natural world affect actions of a believer Ahimsa (Hinduism) Who was Jesus? Why is he so significant to Christians? How do the teachings of Jesus affect the way Christians live their lives? Talk about heroes from films and stories is a hero inspiring? What does inspiring mean? Think about how a person can be inspired t do something good by someone else s words or example Consider aspects of words and actions of Jesus which continue to inspire Parable of the Good Samaritan How have contemporary Christians been influenced by Jesus s teachings? Rank and order different reasons why Jesus is still regarded as a source of inspiration and authority today Consider what kind of people they find inspiring and ask questions about inspiration for themselves
Year 5 Who is a Hindu and what do they believe? What will make our town a more respectful place? How do people live through good times and bad? How has religion developed in Britain? How can religious meaning be expressed through art? What happens in Hindu worship? How do their beliefs affect the way they live their lives? Develop understanding of key beliefs Dharma (duty) Karma, Ahimsa (non-harming) Enquire into Hindu beliefs about God Trimurti (Brahma creator, Vishnu preserver, Shiva destroyer) Reflect on the importance of beliefs and worship as guides for making choices in daily life What forms of guidance do pupils turn to when they need advice? Examine and draw meaning from festival Navratri (9 nights) Explore the importance of story and sacred text for Hindus how are stories shared and learnt from? What types of texts are important? Bhagavad Gita Spiritual significance of pilgrimage to Varanasi Describe the practice and meaning of Puja (worship) in the home and in the mandir (temple) Trip Temple (Mandir) to compare and contrast with worship in the home What religions are there in our area? How are they different to those in the rest of the country? Play a simple game statistics of religious beliefs in Britain today how religious is Britain? Why are there now more than 25 mosques in Bolton 60 years there were none. Consider using Bolton Faith trail. Develop understanding of harmony, community- not being the same but accepting differences how can we do that? How does interfaith work help with this? - Spirit of Bolton Examples of how people have dealt with conflict give pupils scenarios to think about in which to choose conflict or acceptance, hostility or tolerance Is it good to be thankful in all circumstances? How can religion help people cope with dark times? Explore how different religions use symbolism of light and dark colour during Holy Week and Easter, candlelight in Diwali Emotional and spiritual opposites fear and comfort, danger and safety, life and death (possibility of discussing concept of afterlife) What happens after death religious view, reincarnation, heaven-hell/humanist view Learn some key concepts about religious ideas of death judgement, heaven, karma and soul. Read and respond to prayers and liturgies how do these help people when they feel worried or sad? What were the main religious beliefs in Britain before the Vikings invaded? What did the Vikings believe and how did they influence religion when they invaded? Investigate the Viking s raid on Lindisfarne monastery what religion was being practised there? Does this show which religion was being practised in Britain at the time? What did the Vikings believe in? How did they change their beliefs to fit in their new homeland Guthrum conversion to Christianity to become ruler of East Anglia Changes in burial rituals (pagan buried things with them, Christians did not) Compare Viking creation story to Christian creation story similarities/differences? How are different ideas to do with religion expressed through art? Look at examples of the art of heaven in which religious believers imagine the afterlife and respond with art work of their own How do stained glass windows allow Christians to reflect on key ideas of within Christianity? Discuss whether all people could read and write in the past. How would art work help religious believers in these circumstances? Why would the use of colour be important? William Blake s engravings Compare with Islamic art mosaics and repetition how does this differ to stained glass? Art in Hinduism look at Rajasthani art
Year 6 Slavery Why are stories of the same event different when told by different people? Can religion help to build a fair world and make poverty history? Why do some people inspire others? Mayan Civilisation how did the Mayans show their devotion to a higher being? What does it mean to be a Muslim? Have religions tried to stop slavery? Story of Moses did God send Moses to help the slaves? What would the slaves have done without Moses? Songs sung by slaves how does faith help slaves to overcome hard times? Black History Month Martin Luther King, Rosa Parks (Christian beliefs) How is modern day slavery taking place? What is being done to counteract this? Fair trade- fair wages How do stories change over time? Compare stories of the Nativity- Matthew and Luke Demonstrate using Chinese whispers Look at details in each angels, Magi (wisemen) Whose story is more realistic? Why? Compare with other stories Grimm fairytales vs Disney version what would the reasons be for changing stories? Discuss the oral tradition of telling stories who would write stories down? Would everyone have been able to do it? Consider how language changes when it is translated from one to another Choose a common phrase in English and translate into French (Au revoir) What would the literal translation be? What is justice and fairness? What can we learn from religious teachings about poverty and justice? Discuss what is fair and unfair within experience of pupils Draw meaning from stories and teachings: The Rich Fool (Luke, 12:16-21), Widow s Mite (Mark 12:41-44), Islam: Muhammed overcomes hatred with kindness at the gates of Makkah Charitable practices that are part of religious practice Christian tithing (10% of income), Islamic Zakah (2.5% annual giving away of wealth) Judaism giving away 10% of net income Investigate 2 charities that work for justice what is the impact of the charities work? investigate individuals who have been led by their beliefs Rosa Parks, Anne Frank, Bono, Aung Suu Kyi, Malala Yousafzai Who inspires me? How do those who inspire us influence us to act? Ask and consider what makes a person a good role model; identify characteristics of a good role model Think about what made Jesus an inspirational figurecompare with contemporary inspiring figure local hero, sporting figure, or someone with an outstanding story of courage (Take account of people studied in KS1) Contemporary Christian figures how have they been influenced by Jesus? Reflect on story of actions of a modern inspirational person Dalai Lama, Gandhi Think about how and why people choose to stand up for their beliefs in difficult circumstances Moses What did the Mayans believe? Did the Mayans have similar beliefs to any of the world religions? Attributes of God can God be good and bad? Why? Use examples of natural disasters Mayans different Gods for different causes - which religion is this similar to? What is the reason for having a priest? Mayan priests communicated to God on behalf of other believers. Compare to other religions how are priests utilised? Mayan concept of afterlife (3 levels) compare to Christianity (heaven, purgatory, hell) What do Muslims believe? Where do their beliefs originate from? Develop an understanding of the 5 pillars of Islam Consider the importance of the Qur an for Muslims: how is used and treated? Share examples of stories and teachings Surah 17 Think through importance of beliefs or values as guides for making choices and decisions in daily life Think about and discuss the value and challenge for Muslims of following the 5 pillars Consider the challenges that discipline or commitment might raise for themselves Investigate how the 5 pillars are followed in Britain today Consider what beliefs and practices are significant in pupils lives