KS1 The Shabbat - Judaism - Outstanding RE Lesson

Introduce your KS1 students to the significance of Shabbat in Jewish tradition with this complete lesson package. Designed to help children understand why Shabbat is a special day for Jewish people, this resource includes a detailed lesson plan, differentiated worksheets, and a 12-slide PowerPoint.

Through interactive activities such as writing diary entries, drawing key Shabbat items, and engaging in role-play, students will learn about the customs and traditions that mark Shabbat, including lighting candles, family meals, and the importance of rest. The lesson fosters reflection on the value of rest and family time for everyone, making it both educational and meaningful.

Includes:

• Lesson plan
• 12-slide PowerPoint presentation
• Diary entry questions sheet
• Diary entry writing frame
• Diary entry WAGOLL
• Drawing and labelling Shabbat items (differentiated worksheet - LA, MA, HA)
• Drawing and labelling Shabbat items WAGOLL answer sheet
• Shabbat role-playing guide

L.O.: Understand why Shabbat is a special day for Jewish people.

Suitable for KS1, Year 1 and Year 2.

Keywords: Jewish Shabbat, KS1 RE, Judaism, day of rest, family, candles, traditions, Shabbat preparation, challah, religious education, Year 1, Year 2, lesson plan, role-play, worksheets.