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I am a teacher of RE with 21 years experience

I am a teacher of RE with 21 years experience
Buddhism as a world view Lesson 5 Buddhism and Morality
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Buddhism as a world view Lesson 5 Buddhism and Morality

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Starts by looking at the Buddhist symbol- the wheel and exploring what it means To look at the Five Precepts as a basis of morality, in the context of moral truths. How would the world be different if we followed these precepts? Considering the extra precepts for Monks and exploring what it is like to be a monk and the relationship between the monks and lay Buddhists to create the Sangha
Buddhism as a worldview Lesson 2. Who was the Buddha
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Buddhism as a worldview Lesson 2. Who was the Buddha

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The second lesson in Buddhism as a worldview, introducing the Buddha. Questioning the historicity of Buddha and looking at him through an historical, theological and philosophical lens. Considering the understanding of the Buddha within Hindu Dharma. Then there is a quick overview of his teachings. Culminates to an introduction of the three refuges and children to use a personal lens to consider their 3 refuges
Buddhism as a worldview Lesson 4 Buddhism and happiness
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Buddhism as a worldview Lesson 4 Buddhism and happiness

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A lesson to consider what the secret to happiness is. Looking at happiness from a sociological and philosophical lens. Comparing GDP to GNH - case study of Bhutan, the linking this to the teachings of the Buddha. Also provides an opportunity for children to spend time colouring a mandalas while listening to soothing music. You could destroy these after to emphasise non-attachment,