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This lesson introduces students to the concept of coming of age rites and their role within religious traditions. Focusing on Christianity and Islam, students will explore key ceremonies such as confirmation and believers baptism, as well as Islamic practices around maturity and responsibility (e.g., reaching the age of accountability in Islam). The lesson includes a clear explanation of what coming of age means, detailed comparisons between confirmation ceremonies and believer’s baptism, and activities that encourage students to reflect on how beliefs influence identity and responsibility. The resource includes a PowerPoint, starter activity, comprehension tasks, and a comparison worksheet to help students structure their thinking, finishing with a final task/assessment-style question to check understanding.

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.