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This teaching resource introduces students to the Jewish coming-of-age traditions of Bar Mitzvah (for boys) and Bat Mitzvah (for girls). It explains that Bar/Bat Mitzvah means “son/daughter of the commandment” and marks the point at which a Jewish child becomes responsible for their own religious duties. The resource describes key rituals such as reading from the Torah during a synagogue service, delivering a short speech, and celebrating with family and friends. It also encourages students to evaluate the wider significance of coming-of-age ceremonies, highlighting how these events mark an important transition into adulthood, promote spiritual responsibility, and strengthen a sense of identity and belonging within a religious community.

This lesson includes a range of engaging and structured activities to support student learning.

• It begins with a** PowerPoint presentation** that outlines the key content and learning objectives.
• A starter activity recaps prior knowledge from the 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.
• Students will complete an exam/ deliberate practice question to develop their assessment skills and apply their knowledge.
• A student worksheet is provided with a variety of tasks to reinforce learning.
• The lesson concludes with a final activity that allows students to consolidate their understanding and reflect on what they have learned.