RE Lessons
RE Lessons
During this 30 minute lesson pupils will learn that Christmas is a Christian festival remembering the birth of the Baby Jesus and the events surrounding his birth. 2 options for a craft activity included in the lesson plan.
The download included 2x 40 minute lessons. During these lessons pupils learn about the celebration of Jesus’ birth and how it shows he is special for Christians.
During this 60 minute lesson pupils should learn:
• About Jesus’ birth and it’s meaning to Christians
• Show understanding of who Christians believe Jesus to be and why
• Raise questions about aspects of the life of Jesus which they find puzzling, giving their
During this lesson we aim to teach students that the New Testament contains stories about the life of Jesus and stories Jesus told, such as the Good Samaritan. We reflect on what the story teaches us: that we must love other people no matter who they are.
This 20 minute lesson aims to teach pupils that some stories are special to religious groups. It explains that at Easter Christians celebrate Jesus’ new life.
During this 30 minute lesson pupils talk about signs of ‘new life’ in the world around them in spring, and talk about new beginnings. Children are told about Jesus’ death and resurrection, to emphasise the idea that he is special for Christians.
During this 40 minute lesson pupils should learn: The events and significance of Holy Week:
Palm Sunday (Triumphal entry)
Opposition to Jesus
Last supper and betrayal
Good Friday (trials and crucifixion)
Easter Sunday (resurrection appearance)
During this 45 minute lesson pupils should learn: The events and significance of Holy Week and be able to explain why Jesus died.
This lesson is aimed at year 1 children and will teach them what Believers Baptism is and why it is important for Christians.