A time of spiritual reflection, Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar and commemorates when the Quran was first shown to the Prophet Muhammad.
During this period of time Muslims, who are physically able, are required to fast each day, from sunrise to sunset.
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Can be used by small groups, individuals or by parents.
Includes employability and learning skills framework
In Western Christianity, Easter marks the end of the 40 days of Lent.
Easter Day, or Easter Sunday, is the central feast in the Christian year and celebrates the resurrection of Jesus.
Discover how Easter is celebrated in many different ways around the world.
Also includes: SMSC questions, Employability and Learning framework and Numeracy question.
Pancake Day is held on Shrove Tuesday, which is the day before Ash Wednesday; the first day of Lent.
It is a day of penitence, to clean the soul and, a day of celebration as the last chance to feast before Lent begins.
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Topical tutorial activity
There are 10 multiple choice questions around the religious themes that connects Pancake Day, Mardi Gras, Ash Wednesday, Lent and even Palm Sunday. Lent and associated events have both a religious and cultural significance for the UK and many other countries around the world.
Suitable for both horizontal and vertical tutor groups
Two pdf documents provided: a question and an answer sheet
Christmas is an amazingly expensive time of the year. Will it be any different this year when many families are still facing hard times?
Does Christmas have to be about spending more and more?
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Includes reading activity, numeracy question plus employability and learning skills framework
Topical tutorial activity for secondary students
10 question quiz based around the cost of Christmas.
Suitable for both horizontal and vertical tutor groups
Two pdf documents provided: a question and an answer sheet
Forty question Christmas quiz.
Topical interactive 'Prezi; tutorial activity for secondary students
Suitable for both horizontal and vertical tutor groups
Includes two pdf documents: a question and an answer sheet
Also includes: Video discussion question, SMSC questions, Employability and Learning framework, Reading activity and Numeracy question.
Topical tutorial activity for secondary students
40 question quiz based around Christmas.
Suitable for both horizontal and vertical tutor groups
Two pdf documents provided: a question and an answer sheet
A further 'prezi' resource is available that also includes: SMSC questions, Employability and Learning framework, British Values discussion, Reading activity and Numeracy question.
You might think Christmas has one identity, one culture.
You'd be wrong!
It is celebrated in many ways around the world, including in cultures which are not Christian.
So what makes Christmas such a cultural phenomenon?
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If not now, then soon, your home, school or college is probably looking festive with Christmas decorations.
But do you know why we decorate places at Christmas - or why certain decorations are used?
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Can be used by small groups, individuals or by parents.
Includes employability and learning skills framework.
Ramadan Mubarak! - Understanding a sacred time for Muslims
A time of spiritual reflection, Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar and commemorates when the Quran was first shown to the Prophet Muhammad.
During this period of time Muslims, who are physically able, are required to fast each day, from sunrise to sunset.
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Can be used by small groups, individuals or by parents.
Includes employability and learning skills framework
Christmas Around the World
You might think Christmas has one identity, one culture. You'd be wrong!
It is celebrated in many ways around the world, including in cultures which are not Christian.
So what makes Christmas such a cultural phenomenon and why does it still stir tensions?
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Can be used by small groups, individuals or by parents.
Includes employability and learning skills framework
Easter 2016: A Story of Resurrection, Rebirth and Celebration
Easter is a Christian festival celebrated in many different ways.
Its spiritual significance of resurrection and rebirth has meaning and relevance for believers and non-believers
But do you really know what Easter means?
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Can be used by small groups, individuals or by parents.
Includes employability and learning skills framework