This mind map is a perfect tool for helping pupils revise effectively and quickly for Higher RMPS. It includes information about the meaning, sources, purpose and importance of meditation in Buddhism, methods of meditation, and benefits and difficulties of it. The mind map can also be printed off, laminated and displayed.

This mind map is a perfect tool for helping pupils revise effectively and quickly for Higher RMPS. It includes information about the meaning and the role of the Dhamma and about the Dhamma in Mahayana and Theravada traditions. The mind map can also be printed off, laminated and displayed.

This mind map is a perfect tool for helping pupils revise effectively and quickly for Higher RMPS. It includes information about the meaning of kamma, about skilful and unskilful actions, and about the benefits and difficulties of this teaching. The mind map can also be printed off, laminated and displayed.

This mind map is a perfect tool for helping pupils revise effectively and quickly for Higher RMPS. It includes information about the meaning and importance of Nibbana, about Nibbana in Mahayana and Theravada traditions and about the benefits and challenges of this teaching. The mind map can also be printed off, laminated and displayed.

Regardless of their age, all students love a puzzle - learning and fun at the same time! Motivate and enthuse your students with these seven differentiated jigsaw puzzles which have the advantage of combining learning about the parable of ‘The Prodigal Son’ with the enjoyment of playing. When and how to use this resource The puzzles are suitable to be used as part of the lesson ‘The Prodigal Son’ during class activities, for revision or as a stand-alone activity. Pupils can work on them individually, in pairs or in mixed-ability groups. All you need to do is to print off the puzzle (as many copies as you need), laminate them for durability, cut them out carefully to ensure close matching and finally, put the pieces in envelopes. Each jigsaw puzzle is numbered-coded for organisational convenience. Please be aware that all image puzzles are graphic heavy and will require a colour printer and lots of ink! ********************************************************************************** This resource contains: ✶ Cover ✶ Teacher Notes (including learning objectives, ways of differentiating, detailed instructions on how and when to use this resource, the benefits of using a jigsaw puzzle and printing tips) ✶ Numbered-coded text puzzle (8 pages) ✶ Numbered-coded image puzzle 1 (8 pages) ✶ Numbered-coded image puzzle 2 (8 pages) ✶ Numbered-coded image puzzle 3 (8 pages) ✶ Numbered-coded image puzzle 4 (8 pages) ✶ Numbered-coded image puzzle 5 (8 pages) ✶ Numbered-coded image puzzle 6 (8 pages) ✶ Worksheet – Reflective questions ✶ TOU/Credits Page Count: 64 ********************************************************************************** Related Resources All puzzles **********************************************************************************

TThis lesson meets the standards of the new Higher RMPS exam (valid from August 2016) and it is designed to last 1-2 periods. It encourages pupils to identify 2 – 3 facts about the life of the Buddha and to explain the key word: “enlightenment”. The resource contains a PowerPoint to give structure to the lesson and provide a visual aid when needed, a flip chart with activities for the pupils, the lesson plan and four worksheets. There is also a video-clip incorporated in the lesson to make it more relevant and up-to-date. The principles and strategies of formative assessment are embedded in the lesson (for example, the self-evaluation activity allows for profound reflection on learning and helps the pupils to take more responsibility for their own learning). The resource ensures pace and challenge for learners of different ability levels in order to promote the highest possible achievement for all (for example, the ‘Reading to Write and Learn’ approach used in this lesson is inclusive of all learners and prepares them to read the text with understanding).

St. Columba is a well-known and beloved Saint whose memory is still living and strong, especially in Ireland and Scotland. He is also one of the three Patron Saints of Ireland together with St. Patrick and St. Brigid. This resource is a well-structured lesson which aims to help students to engage in a meaningful way with St. Columba’s life through a mixture of attractive activities which ensure high-quality learning experiences for all students: give me 3; watching a video clip, sequencing activity, class discussions and drawing illuminated letters. A flipchart with interactive activities and worksheets complement the PowerPoint presentation. All activities are clearly linked to success criteria. I have included a few pictures of completed work from my students. It complements St. Columba Presentation, St. Columba Activity Pack and St. Columba Fun Activity Pack Learning intentions The lesson is designed to help most pupils to: ✶ identify 2-3 facts about St. Columba’s life, works and legacy; ✶ explain the keyword: ‘illuminated letters’ ********************************************************************* CONTENT: ✶ Cover ✶ Teacher Notes ✶ PowerPoint Presentation (fully editable and with animation) ✶ Flipchart Interactive Activities ✶ Worksheets ✶ TOU/Credits ✶ Completed work PAGE COUNT: 42 ********************************************************************* Related Resources All Christianity Resources *********************************************************************

In America, Thanksgiving is one of the most important days of the year. This is when people give thanks to God for food and all of the good things they have in their lives. ‘Thanksgiving Day Sampler’ is a well-structured lesson which aims to help students to engage in a meaningful way with this festival through a mixture of attractive activities which ensure high-quality learning experiences for all students: give me 3, Think-Pair-Share, watching a video clip, 3-3-1 activity, class discussions and designing a Thanksgiving Card. All activities are clearly linked to success criteria. I have included a few pictures of completed work from my students. This resource is also the third lesson of the unit ‘Exploring Autumn and Winter Festivals’ (unit plan can be found <strong><a href=https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/exploring-autumn-and-winter-festivals-unit-plan-11142078>here</a></strong> and the complete unit of study here) . ‘Thanksgiving Day Sampler’ complements ‘Thanksgiving Day Activity Pack’ which can be found here and ‘Thanksgiving Day Jigsaw Puzzles’ which can be found here. <strong>Learning intentions</strong> The lesson was designed to help most pupils: ✶ to give 2 - 3 examples of key features of Thanksgiving; ✶ to identify the key events of the story of the first Thanksgiving; ✶ to describe 3-4 practices associated with Thanksgiving. <strong> This resource contains</strong>: ✶ Cover ✶ Teacher Notes ✶ PowerPoint Presentation (fully editable and with animation) ✶ TOU/Credits <strong> PAGE COUNT</strong>: 24 <strong>Related Resources</strong> All Festivals

This is a free sample version of ‘The Good Samaritan Presentation and Activities’ that you can find here. Please feel free to download it so that you may make a reasonable judgement as to whether this would be appropriate for your students. Content: 1. Cover 2. Teacher Notes 3. PowerPoint Presentation (fully editable and with animation) 4. TOU/Credits Page Count: 15 ********************************************************************************** About the full version: ‘The Good Samaritan Presentation and Activities’ is a well-structured lesson which aims to help students to interact in a meaningful way with this parable through a mixture of engaging activities which ensure high-quality learning experiences for all students: crack the code, Think-Pair-Share, reflective questions, class discussions etc. The activities are designed to engage all students in the learning process and to enhance their learning experience. You can encourage your students to interact with each other while completing the activities, to identify possible misconceptions they may have about this parable. This resource is designed to last 1-2 periods and complements ‘The Good Samaritan Jigsaw Puzzles’ which can be found here. The lesson is designed to help most pupils: ❤ to narrate the parable of the Good Samaritan ❤ to identify who our neighbour is ❤ to describe ways in which our neighbour could be helped The animation added to all slides helps teachers to pause whenever necessary to explain, expand or clarify any questions pupils may have. Should the teacher want to add other pieces of information which he/she thinks is relevant to this parable or to change the order of slides, this PowerPoint is fully editable to allow all of these. ********************************************************************************** Related Resources All Christianity Resources **********************************************************************************