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This is a series of lessons covering topic 2.2 of Edexcel A Level RS, paper 4a (Buddhism) Unit 2 (Sources of Wisdom and Authority). It could easily be adapted for other specifications. It includes: • Formation of the Tipitaka • Vinaya Pitaka • Sutta Pitaka • Abhidhamma Pitaka • Use and Importance of Tipitaka • Essay Practice • Revision worksheets These lessons make use of the following textbooks: Grey, R. (2017) Religious Studies for A Level Year 1. Illuminate Publishing. Trainor, K. (2004) Buddhism: The illustrated Guide. Duncan Baird Publishers Ltd. This is part of a wider package that covers everything for unit 2 of paper 4a for Edexcel.

This is a short introductory unit I run with my new A Level Buddhism students to give them an introduction to the religion and it’s key beliefs and concepts as it is new to most. The 6 x double lessons include: Back to Basics The life of the Buddha Karma and Rebirth The 4 Noble Truths Living the Buddhist Life The Spread of Buddhism There is an accompanying work booklet. The following books are referenced: Bartlett, C., and James, K. (2016) AQA Religious Studies A: Buddhism. Oxford University Press. Keown, D. (2013) Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction. Oxford University Press Landaw, J., Bodian, S., and Bühnemann, G. (2011) Buddhism for Dummies. Wiley Publishing

1 hour standalone lesson on the Jewish festival of Hannukah. Originally created for year 8 but easily adaptable for other year groups.

2 hour lesson on the festival of Vaisakhi including information about the formation of the Khalsa and it’s importance to Sikhs today. Includes assessment tasks. Originally designed for year 7 but could easily be adapted for other year groups.

Originally planned for year 9 this lesson considers examples of terrorist attacks carried out by Muslim extremists e.g. 9/11 and Manchester attacks. The question of to what extent it is fair to link Islam and terrorism is evaluated with reference to extremist and moderate Muslims.

This is a unit of 5 x double lessons (could easily be adapted for 10 single lessons) on the topic of good and evil originally planned for year 8 but could be easily adapted for other year groups. Lesson 1: Moral Vs Natural Evil Lesson 2: The Problem of Evil Lesson 3: Religious Responses Lesson 4: Western Responses (Adam and Eve, Story of Job) Lesson 5: Eastern Responses (Karma and Reincarnation) There is an accompanying student booklet which includes all student resources. Also included is an assessment preparation lesson, assessment, and mark scheme. These lessons have been planned by an RE specialist for delivery by non-specialists and as such are easy to work through and contain additional notes (see notes section of PPT) for non-specialists as required.

1 hour lesson PPT aimed at years 9-10 (but could be adapted easily for older/younger students) based around ideas set out in the BBC A-Z of religion and Belief video series. Part of a complete unit on A-Z of Religion and Belief taught in my school as part of our core RE (non-examined) curriculum. These lessons have been planned by an RE specialist for delivery by non-specialists and as such are easy to work through and contain additional notes (see notes section of PPT) for non-specialists as required.

1 hour lesson PPT aimed at years 9-10 (but could be adapted easily for older/younger students) based around ideas set out in the BBC A-Z of religion and Belief video series. Part of a complete unit on A-Z of Religion and Belief taught in my school as part of our core RE (non-examined) curriculum. These lessons have been planned by an RE specialist for delivery by non-specialists and as such are easy to work through and contain additional notes (see notes section of PPT) for non-specialists as required.

1 hour lesson PPT aimed at years 9-10 (but could be adapted easily for older/younger students) based around ideas set out in the BBC A-Z of religion and Belief video series. Part of a complete unit on A-Z of Religion and Belief taught in my school as part of our core RE (non-examined) curriculum. These lessons have been planned by an RE specialist for delivery by non-specialists and as such are easy to work through and contain additional notes (see notes section of PPT) for non-specialists as required.

1 hour lesson PPT aimed at years 9-10 (but could be adapted easily for older/younger students) based around ideas set out in the BBC A-Z of religion and Belief video series. Part of a complete unit on A-Z of Religion and Belief taught in my school as part of our core RE (non-examined) curriculum. These lessons have been planned by an RE specialist for delivery by non-specialists and as such are easy to work through and contain additional notes (see notes section of PPT) for non-specialists as required.

1 hour lesson PPT aimed at years 9-10 (but could be adapted easily for older/younger students) based around ideas set out in the BBC A-Z of religion and Belief video series. Part of a complete unit on A-Z of Religion and Belief taught in my school as part of our core RE (non-examined) curriculum. These lessons have been planned by an RE specialist for delivery by non-specialists and as such are easy to work through and contain additional notes (see notes section of PPT) for non-specialists as required.

1 hour lesson recapping key themes/teachings of Buddhism and then exploring the festival of Nirvana Day. Includes a meditation exercise.

KS3 lesson that explores the history of human rights, what human rights are, and their importance.

KS3 lesson that explores the influence of religion on literature and film. The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is used as a case study considering the Christian influences upon the book/film,

KS3 lesson that considers the use of art in Islam and includes a creative task for students to create their own geometric design inspired by Islamic art.

This revision document covers all units in Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies (B) paper 2: Christian Beliefs, Crime and Punishment, Living the Christian Life, War and Peace. For each topic 3 simple points are given (part a questions), each is then developed (part b questions) and then a source of authority given (part c and d questions). This is a 4 page document (1 page per unit) and is aimed as a revision and recap tool (e.g. my students keep a copy in their pocket and look at it while waiting for the bus in the run up to the exam) rather than a comprehensive revision guide.

This revision document covers all units in Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies (B) paper 1: Sikh Beliefs, Marriage and Family, Living the Sikh Life, Life and Death. For each topic 3 simple points are given (part a questions), each is then developed (part b questions) and then a source of authority given (part c and d questions). This is a 4 page document (1 page per unit) and is aimed as a revision and recap tool (e.g. my students keep a copy in their pocket and look at it while waiting for the bus in the run up to the exam) rather than a comprehensive revision guide.

This is a 1 hour lesson planned by a specialist RE teacher for non specialists to deliver to KS4 non examined/core RE.

This is a 2 hour lesson planned by a specialist RE teacher for non specialists to deliver to KS4 non examined/core RE. The issue is considered from an ethical perspective using case studies. Students consider facts about the topic, arguments for and against, and are encouraged to come to a justified personal conclusion.

This is a 2 hour lesson planned by a specialist RE teacher for non specialists to deliver to KS4 non examined/core RE.