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Hello! I am an experienced secondary school teacher from Ireland. My subjects are RE and History. Have a look at some of my resources that are available and make sure to leave a review! All of them have been tried and tested in mixed ability classrooms in Ireland and the UK.

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Hello! I am an experienced secondary school teacher from Ireland. My subjects are RE and History. Have a look at some of my resources that are available and make sure to leave a review! All of them have been tried and tested in mixed ability classrooms in Ireland and the UK.
Free Spread of Islam Worksheet
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Free Spread of Islam Worksheet

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This is a simple worksheet that can be used as part of a module studying Islam. It consists of 5 multiple choice questions and a wordsearch where three words must be picked and the definitions given. It is suitable for KS3/KS4/Junior Certificate class groups. If you like this worksheet, why not check out my bundle of resources relating to Islam: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/an-introduction-to-the-history-of-islam-11906697 Please remember to leave a review if you like this free resource!
Inspirational People - Pope John Paul II
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Inspirational People - Pope John Paul II

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This is a PowerPoint Presentation of the life of Pope John Paul II. Suitable for KS3 or KS4. It can be used as an example of an inspirational religious person, or someone who has used forgiveness in their life. It can be easily used for both denominational and non-denominational classes. The file also includes content for 1 class period. It includes both writing and discussion activities.
Scientology - Criticisms
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Scientology - Criticisms

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This is a PowerPoint Presentation that can be used for KS3 and KS4. It can be used in both a denominational and non-denominational classroom context. It can be used as part of a module on cults or New Religious Movements (NRMS). The PPT contains some basic criticisms of Scientology. The presentation includes a link to a short YouTube clip from the Louis Theroux film ’ My Scientology Film’ that shows members of Sea Org harassing him. The Presentation also includes some discussion and writing tasks for the students to do. There is also a PDF worksheet included which includes extra information on Scientologist symbols and the same exercises as in the PPT.
The Life of Buddha
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The Life of Buddha

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This is a presentation about the life of Siddhartha Gautama and how he became the Buddha. It covers from his parentage to his enlightenment. This is suitable for one full lesson period. Learning objectives are included at the start of the presentation.There are plenty of thought bubbles throughout the presentation for further discussion of important ideas with the class. This is also a activity sheet where the students can either take down the key points of the life of Buddha you discuss afterwards and fill in. It also includes a small picture and how the story has significance for Buddhists today. This lesson can be used for KS3 or KS4 in either a denominational or non-denominational classroom setting.
Complete Set of  Introduction to Islam and Muhammad
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Complete Set of Introduction to Islam and Muhammad

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This bundle consists of three different PPTs on: The early life of Muhammad. The development of Islam. The spread of Islam. Each resource consists of a PowerPoint Presentation that uses bright attractive colours and pictures throughout. At the end of each presentation there is a questions section that can either be used for orally or for written work at the end of the lesson. Additionally each presentation uses ‘thought bubbles’ throughout to highlight key questions and points of interest.
Free Rise of Islam Worksheet
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Free Rise of Islam Worksheet

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This is a simple worksheet that can be used as part of a module studying Islam. It consists of 5 multiple choice questions and a wordsearch where three words must be picked and the definitions given. It is suitable for KS3/KS4/Junior Certificate class groups. If you like this worksheet, why not check out my bundle of resources relating to Islam: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/an-introduction-to-the-history-of-islam-11906697 Please remember to leave a review if you like this free resource!
Free Scientology Worksheet
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Free Scientology Worksheet

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This is a worksheet that is suitable for a single lesson as part of an introduction to Scientology. It can be used for KS3 and KS4 class groups. It can be used as part of a module on new religious movements or cults.
Free Morality Worksheet
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Free Morality Worksheet

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This is a simple worksheet that can be used as part of a module introducing Morality. It consists of a short definition matching exercise and a longer written exercise where the students must give examples for each definition. It is suitable for KS3/KS4/Junior Certificate class groups. I have uploaded a word document and a pdf. of the file in case there are any formatting issues.