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AQA GCSE Religious Studies Theme A – The Nature of Families

This informative and reflective lesson explores the nature of families in 21st-century society from both Christian and Muslim perspectives. Designed to meet AQA GCSE Theme A requirements, the resource introduces students to the variety of family types in contemporary Britain, including nuclear, extended, blended, same-sex, and single-parent families. Pupils will examine religious teachings on the role and structure of the family, using relevant scriptures and beliefs from Christianity and Islam. The lesson also includes a critical look at issues such as polygamy and same-sex parenting, encouraging respectful discussion and ethical reasoning.

Learning Outcomes:

• Know different types of family in the 21st century
• Explain Christian and Muslim beliefs about the nature and purpose of families
• Explore issues related to polygamy and same-sex parents from religious and contemporary perspectives

What’s included:

• Engaging and visually appealing PowerPoint presentation
• A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from scheme of work (SOW), helping students to connect new learning to what they already know.
• Throughout the lesson, **questioning activities **are used to promote discussion, check understanding, and encourage participation.
• Student worksheet with analysis of scriptures
• Students will complete an exam/ deliberate practice question to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge with scaffolding
• The lesson concludes with a final activity that allows students to consolidate their understanding and reflect on what they have learned.

Why Choose This Resource?
Fully aligned with the AQA GCSE Religious Studies – Theme A Specification
Encourages moral reasoning, scriptural literacy, and cultural awareness
Ideal for classroom, revision, cover, or remote learning
This lesson encourages critical thinking and respectful discussion on sensitive issues. It is designed to support mixed-ability learners with clear objectives and scaffolding, making it suitable for a diverse classroom setting.

Ideal for promoting thoughtful discussion and exam-preparation skills through a range of engaging activities and discussion tasks.