An amazing selection of resources of Law and Religious Studies. Suitable for KS3, KS4 and KS5.
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An amazing selection of resources of Law and Religious Studies. Suitable for KS3, KS4 and KS5.
All our resources are created with love and care, we take pride in ensuring that they are beautiful to look at, because how are we expected to learn if things aren't pretty?
Topic: Migration and Christianity
Unit: Unit 1: A Study of Religion (Christianity)
Exam Board: Eduqas
This is a full lesson on the topic of Migration and Christianity. This is designed for the Eduqas exam board but should suit other exam boards. This is for Paper 1 A Study of Religion.
This lesson is designed to be taught across two or three separate lessons. It has starters and plenaries that allow it to easily be broken down into three lessons.
A student version is also included which has answers removed.
All necessary worksheets are included along with any links needed.
Activities
Starters: 3
Plenaries: 3
Main Activities: 8
Small Activities: 1
Knowledge Checks: 2
Challenge Points: 2
Practice Essays: 1
Topic: Eucharist
Unit: Unit 1A: A Study of Religion: Christianity
Exam Board: Eduqas
This is a full lesson on the topic of Eucharist. This is designed for the Eduqas exam board but should suit other exam boards. This is for Paper 1A: A Study of Religion: Christianity.
This lesson is designed to be taught across two or three separate lessons. It has starters and plenaries that allow it to easily be broken down into three lessons.
A student version is also included which has answers removed.
All necessary worksheets are included along with any links needed.
Activities
Starters: 3
Plenaries: 3
Main Activities: 5
Small Activities: 0
Knowledge Checks: 1
Challenge Points: 1
Practice Essays: 1
Unit: Unit 1: A Study of Religion: Christianity
Exam Board: Eduqas
This is a last minute revision lesson designed for students taking A-Level Religious Studies on the Eduqas exam board. This is for Paper 1: A Study of Religion and the Christianity option.
This lesson is designed to be taught as one of the last revision lessons prior to the exam.
Starter
Key words wordsearch
Students are given a list of definitions and from these they have to find the key words
These will need printing out
Activity 1
The first activity is an overview of the paper and top tips to do well
This starts with recommended timings and an overview of the type of questions
There are then some top tips for success
Activity 2
There is then one PowerPoint slide for each topic. Each slide provides a brief summary of the topic including key words, Bible verses, scholars and quotes.
These slides can be printed (a printer friendly version with white backgrounds is included) and given to students to help aid revision.
You can also go through each one or targeted ones with the class as a last minute summary of particular topics
Activity 3
This is a list of generic evaluation points that can be used if students are struggling to come up with points for 30 mark questions.
This is designed to help support weaker students or to deal with brain freezes in the exam.
Activity 4
Blurt sheets
Students can choose a sheet based on which topic they would like to revise.
They then write down everything they can remember about that topic in one colour pen
They then swap sheets with the person next to them and write down additionally information in a second colour
They can then use their notes to complete the sheets in a third colour
Plenary
The plenary is a cryptogram of a key quote by Augustine on sacraments
Included is the PowerPoint, a printer friendly version and all relevant worksheets including blurt sheets.
I also recommend giving students some past papers to look at.
This is a great way to end term one for students who are studying Religious Studies at A-Level.
The quiz presupposes knowledge of the first few topics from Christianity and Ethics but these can easily be changed to suit your scheme of work.
There are three fun rounds and three rounds based on what students have learned for their A-Level.
Quiz Format
Team quiz with students in small Teams
Each question is multiple choice and has a one minute timer bar on the slide
There are six rounds
Each round has ten questions (60 questions total)
It should take around an hour to complete (rounds can be removed or added to suit)
The Rounds
Round 1 - Divine Command Theory
Round 2 - Christmas
This round tests general knowledge of Christmas with some fun and slightly obscure questions!
Round 3 - Bible as a Source of Wisdom
Round 4 - Who’s that philosopher?
This is a picture round - students have to pick from four possible philosophers for each photo
Round 5 - Virtue Theory
Round 6 - The Holiday Season
Students are given a date and four possible festivals that are celebrated on that date. All the festivals are celebrated in the month of December
Answers are included at the end of each round
Topic: Chanukah
Level: Key Stage Three
Unit: Judaism
This is a great end of term lesson for the Autumn term. It focuses on the topic of Chanukah and is designed to fit into a Judaism scheme of work.
Students are expected to have some prior knowledge of Judaism although this can only be a few lessons.
The lesson goes through the history of Chanukah as well as some of the traditions. It then allows students to spend time making Chanukah cards.
Lesson Activities
**Starter: **Guess Who?
Activity One: Watch video and write summary of the story of Chanukah
Activity Two: Pick two things Jews do during Chanukah and explain why they do them
Main Activity: Make Chanukah cards
Plenary: Blooket (link provided)
Topic: Religion, Equality & Discrimination
Unit: Unit 1A: A Study of Religion: Christianity
Exam Board: Eduqas
This is a full lesson on the topic of Religion, Equality and Discrimination. This is designed for the Eduqas exam board but should suit other exam boards. This is for Paper 1A A Study of Religion: Christianity.
This lesson is designed to be taught across two or three separate lessons. It has starters and plenaries that allow it to easily be broken down into three lessons.
A student version is also included which has answers removed.
All necessary worksheets are included along with any links needed.
Homework tasks are also included
Note: One plenary requires the use of a ‘plenary football’ this is a football with questions written on the white parts. This can easily be substituted with another plenary activity or one of the lesson knowledge checks if you do not have one (or want to make one)
Activities
Starters: 3
Plenaries: 3
Main Activities: 8
Small Activities: 5
Knowledge Checks: 2
Challenge Points: 2
Practice Essays: 1
Topic: Language Game
Unit: Unit 2: Philosophy of Religion
Exam Board: Eduqas
This is a full lesson on the topic of Language Game. This is designed for the Eduqas exam board but should suit other exam boards. This is for Paper 2: Philosophy of Religion
This lesson is designed to be taught across two or three separate lessons. It has starters and plenaries that allow it to easily be broken down into three lessons.
A student version is also included which has answers removed.
All necessary worksheets are included along with any links needed.
Homework tasks are included.
Activities
Starters: 3
Plenaries: 3
Main Activities: 5
Small Activities: 2
Knowledge Checks: 2
Challenge Points: 2
Practice Essays: 1
Topic: Two Views of Jesus
Unit: A Study of Religion: Christianity
Marks: 50 Marks (20 + 30)
Exam Board: Eduqas
This is a past paper question from 2019 on two views of Jesus. This is a combination of the 20 mark (knowledge) question and 30 mark (analysis & evaluation) question.
The essay is on two views of Jesus and forms part of the Christianity unit of A-Level Religious Studies.
Included is a model answer and a model plan to help support with DIRT and marking.
This is designed for the Eduqas exam board but could be adapted to suit other exam boards.
Topic: Divine Command Theory
Unit: Religion and Ethics
Marks: 50 Marks (20 + 30)
Exam Board: Eduqas
The essay is on Divine Command Theory and forms part of the Ethics unit of A-Level Religious Studies.
This is a past paper question from 2019 and consists of both a 20 mark and 30 mark question with a total of 50 marks. Students should be given approximately 50 minutes to answer this under timed conditions.
Included is a model answer and a model plan to help support with DIRT and marking.
This is designed for the Eduqas exam board but could be adapted to suit other exam boards.
Exam Board: AQA
Paper: Paper 1: The Study of Religions
Religions: Christianity and Islam
This is a last minute revision lesson for students taking GCSE Religious Studies Paper 1. This is designed for those studying Christianity and Islam.
Starter Activity: Key Word Definitions
The lesson has an overview of the papers including recommended timings and last minute exam tips.
There is then a brief overview of each of the topics on the paper including a quote for each one. This can be taught to students or just given to them as a last minute summary.
Main Activity
The main activity is a revision challenge. There are 32 activities split evenly between Christianity & Islam and Practices & Beliefs.
Each activity is worth a different amount of points.
Students have to go around the room and earn as many points as they can. They can complete whichever activities they choose.
You will need to print out one copy of each activity (I recommend laminating them for future use).
There are also further worksheets and templates that you will need to print.
You will also need to print some copies of Past Papers for a few of the activities! Please go through each activity and check you have the required resources in advance of the lesson!
The person with the most points gets a prize.
Plenary: Unscramble the quote
Topic: Christian Responses to Poverty (Liberation Theology)
Unit: A Study of Religion: Christianity
Marks: 50 Marks (20 + 30)
Exam Board: Eduqas
The essay is on Liberation Theology and forms part of the Ethics unit of A-Level Religious Studies.
This is a past paper question from 2019 and consists of both a 20 mark and 30 mark question with a total of 50 marks. Students should be given approximately 50 minutes to answer this under timed conditions.
Included is a model answer and a model plan to help support with DIRT and marking.
This is designed for the Eduqas exam board but could be adapted to suit other exam boards.
Topic: Naturalism
Unit: Ethics
Exam Board: Eduqas
Marks: 20 Marker
Paper: Paper 3: Religion and Ethics
This is a 20 mark exam question for Eduqas A-Level Religious Studies. It is for Paper 3: Religion and Ethics.
This question is on the topic of naturalism and looks at the challenges to naturalism. This is a descriptive style 20 mark essay.
Included is a model answer and a model plan which can be used to help support DIRT and marking.
Topic: Natural Law - Application
Unit: Unit 3: Religion and Ethics
Exam Board: Eduqas
This is a full lesson on the topic of Application of Natural Law (abortion & euthanasia). This is designed for the Eduqas exam board but should suit other exam boards. This is for Paper 3: Religion and Ethics
This lesson is designed to be taught across two or three separate lessons. It has starters and plenaries that allow it to easily be broken down into three lessons.
A student version is also included which has answers removed.
All necessary worksheets are included along with any links needed.
Homework tasks are included. You will need to give students a past paper for the homework activity, these can be accessed easily online
Activities
Starters: 3
Plenaries: 3
Main Activities: 7
Small Activities: 4
Knowledge Checks: 3
Challenge Points: 4
Practice Essays: 1
Teacher Note: The topics in this lesson are very emotive, please ensure you’ve looked through the whole lesson & watched the videos in advance, especially if you are personally impacted by these issues. There is a content warning at the start & I always recommend talking to students about how to address these issues sensitively and appropriately before teaching
Topic: Application of Utilitarianism
Unit: Unit 3: Religion and Ethics
Exam Board: Eduqas
This is a full lesson on the topic of application of utilitarianism to animal testing and nuclear weapons. This is designed for the Eduqas exam board but should suit other exam boards. This is for Paper 3: Religion and Ethics
This lesson is designed to be taught across two or three separate lessons. It has starters and plenaries that allow it to easily be broken down into three lessons.
A student version is also included which has answers removed.
All necessary worksheets are included along with any links needed.
Homework tasks are included.
Activities
Starters: 3
Plenaries: 3
Main Activities: 6
Small Activities: 2
Knowledge Checks: 2
Challenge Points: 3
Practice Essays: 1
Topic: Divine Command Theory
Unit: Ethics
Exam Board: Eduqas
This is a full lesson on Divine Command Theory. This is designed to be one of the first lessons students study as part of their A-Level Ethics unit. This is designed for the Eduqas Religious Studies qualification but would also suit other exam boards with modifications.
A student version is included which is printer friendly and has the answers removed.
Starter Activities: 3
Challenge Questions: 5
Main Activities: 5
Plenaries: 3
Knowledge Checks: 1
Practice Essays: 1
The lesson covers Divine Command Theory, Robert Adams and the Euthyphro Dilemma as well as other challenges. It includes a practice 30 mark question.
Lesson Topic: Ancient Pagans
L.O: To analyse the origins of Paganism
Activities
Trigger Image
Note writing
Short history
I was unsuccessful today because…
Lesson Topic: Paganism and Philosophy
L.O: To analyse the relationship between Pagan beliefs and Ancient Greek philosophy
Activities List
Who is this?
Do you think religion and morality are connected?
Five questions
Create a card game
Plenary light bulb
Unit: Religion and Ethics
Topic: Intuitionism
Exam Board: Eduqas
Paper: Paper 3
This worksheet is a great little revision activity for A-Level Religious Studies.
Students are asked to write down the ten most important things they can remember about Intuitionism. This helps them to consolidate their notes and knowledge.
This can be used as part of a revision lesson or as a starter or plenary activity. It is also a good homework activity.
This is a fun quiz that can be used as revision or as a starter/plenary for students studying the Christianity option of the Eduqas A-Level Religious Studies course
The quiz has fifteen questions which test student knowledge of key words.
It is multiple choice - I recommend printing and then laminating so students can complete using white board pens and the resource can be reused year on year.
Alternatively you could just read out the questions and get students to write down the answers.
Answer sheet is included with correct answers marked
There is space at the bottom for the student to fill in their score out of fifteen and also write down the key words that they need to revise.
This is a quick activity that can be used as a starter or plenary for a lesson on ethical egoism or future revision lessons.
Students are given a card that contains either a key word or a definition. They have to find their ‘partner’ (the person with the matching key word/definition).
There are six key terms in total all relate to the topic of ethical egoism.