RED (Religious Education Directory) Year 4: Creation and Covenant:Week 1 The Call of Abraham

Teaching slides linked to three learning outcomes for Year 4 Branch 1: Creation and Covenant.
U4.1.1 Show some understanding of the historical context of Abraham (and Joseph) and the cultural and religious context out of which he was called. (RVE)
U4.1.2 Retell the story of Abraham, ensuring it is accurate in sequence and detail and shows an understanding of the term ‘covenant’.
R4.1.1. Considering how their own lives and the lives of their communities could be transformed by the virtues of faith, hope, and love. (RVE)

The lessons include activities to build understanding of the historical context of Abraham, as well retelling and analysis of the Biblical story of the ‘Call of Abraham’, with scripture, and supporting scaffolding for whole-class activities.
Differentiated cross-curricular activities are also included for mixed-abilities level.
The pack also includes a Cover Page for this topic Creation and Covenant and templates for prayer intentions linked to Hope to feature on the class Prayer Table and build on learning outcome R4.1.1 on how we consider how hope transforms lives.