A KS3 Sikhism lesson on the 5Ks. This lesson can be taught as a unit of work on Sikhism or as a stand alone lesson. The lesson is quick paced and engaging. There are a variety of activities that will excite students and keen them focused on learning (e.g. market place, group work, etc). Learning is checked at various points (e.g. through a fun action game involving all students). This lesson aims to teach students about the 5Ks and how they are an expression of identity.

KS3 lesson about the Muslim community (Ummah). This lesson aims to teach students what the Ummah is, its importance and how the Ummah links to commitment. The lesson includes a range of activities e.g. group work, paired work, literacy tasks and a homework task.

This is a lesson from the new spec EDUQAS Component 1 Christianity. The lesson explores the worldwide Church and the key terms evangelism, misssion and reconciliation. There is also a focus on the charity Tearfund, including a 5 mark practice question. You will need the textbooks for one activity.

KS3 lesson teaching students about the Mosque. Can be taught as a unit of work on Islam or a unit of work on religious buildings. The lesson aims to teach students about the key featues of the Mosque and its importance to Muslims and other members of the community. The lesson uses a True Tube clip (embedded in the powerpoint) where a young man shows people around the Mosque, this aims to teach students that the Mosque is very relevant for young people. The final task (also to be finished for homework) allows students to understand the importance of the Mosque and why it is an important place not only for Muslims but for other members of the community. There are lots of opportunities for student involvement in this lesson.

A KS3 Christianity lesson teaching students about sacraments. This lesson EXCLUDES BAPTISM, as baptism can be taught in one full lesson (see my other resources). This lesson aims to teach students what a sacrament is, explore the sacraments Christians take and their importance. The lesson has a homework task for students to complete based on the learning. There are opportunities for group work and individual work. The lesson is heavily differentiated for a mixed ability group. The fact sheets that students use for group work are informative and are colour coded to link to two questions on the worksheet. The worksheet is also differentiated (with prompt questions) and there are key words to support certain students.

A new spec Eduqas lesson. The first lesson in the topic Issues of Relationships. The lesson focused on the different family types and the importance of the family. There are opportunities for questioning and discussion. The final task is for students to answer a sample b part question as an opportunity for practice and review.

Lesson about the origins of Buddhism and key beliefs. Lots of opportuniteis for questioning - targetted and whole class. Students love the Buddha wordfil and film strip activities. The lessons provided the class teacher with a variety of options for the final activity. Aimed at KS3 but can be taught as an introduction to Buddhism at KS4. Can be tweaked for KS2.

KS3 Sikhism lesson about Guru Nanak. This lesson is ideal as an introduction to Sikhism lesson as part of a unit of work, or as a stand alone lesson. The lesson introduces Guru Nanak as the founder of Sikhism. Tasks teach students about key events in Guru Nanak's life and the important teachings from Guru Nanak. The lesson ends with a comparison between Guru Nanak and Jesus (using a Venn diagram), this aims to stretch higher level students. There is a homework task attached to this lesson.

A new spec EDUQAS lesson from component 1 Christianity. This lesson focuses on Christianity in Britain and the Church in the community. It explores the issues of religion on the decline and how the Church is still very relevant in our modern society. You will need the Eduqas textbooks for one activity.

A MINI BUNDLE of A level resources used to teach the A Level Shi'a Islam unit. These lessons work well alongside the Victor Watton Islam book (or another text can be used). This unit is taught over 11 lessons, however can be adapted to suit your needs. The unit starts with an introduction to Muhammad and the origins of Shi'a Islam. There is a lot of focus through the unit on the differences in terms of key beliefs and roles of the Iman. There are opportunities for exam questions and reviewing example questions in line with the spec (Edexcel). This unit is perfect to support your teaching of Shi'a Islam and keep pupils engaged with a variety of activities.

An exciting lesson where students learn what the ten commandments are, the relevance in religion and what they tell about God. Originally planned for a unit of work on Judaism, but can be used within a Christianity unit. A variety of activities and opportunities for thoughtful discussions.

A resource for the EDUQAS NEW SPECIFICATION, topic issues of good and evil. This lesson introduces crime, punishment and morality. It starts with exploring what crime is, why do people commit crimes and where does morality come from. This leads in to the main activities on Christian views about crime and punishment. This provides students with an opportunity to learn key Christian teachings and Bible quotes.

A KS3 lesson about the life of Muhammad, from a Islam unit of work. Can also be taught as part of a religious founder/figures unit of work or as a stand alone lesson. The lesson aims to teach students about Muhammad and the importance of his actions. The main activity is a fortune line, exploring thoughts and feelings. Students are encouraged to work with each other to review their learning. A homework task is included with this lesson.

Lesson 1 of a KS3 religious journeys unit of work. This lesson aims to introduce what a journey is and how life can be a journey. The main focus is students exploring their own journey and what their future aspirations are. The main activity is a fun and engaging activity with cross curricular links. This lesson is ideal for all abilities with levelled tasks. It is a KS3 unit of work that links to GCSE topics on pilgrimage and religious expression. Could be used for older primary school students.

This lesson is from the Eduqas new spec topic Issues of Life and Death. Its aims are to explore the Christian attitudes to euthanasia in a sensitive manner. DIfferent religious viewpoints are considered (RC and CofE). The lesson ends with a practice 15 mark quetsion for students to attempt. This could be teacher, student or peer assessed (you might need to provide students with aids to peer or self assess).