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AQA GCSE Religious Studies – Christianity: Beliefs (Different Christian beliefs about Creation)

In this lesson, students will explore different Christian beliefs about the creation of the world. They will begin by learning what happened on each of the seven days of creation according to Genesis. Students will then examine a range of Christian views, including literal and non-literal interpretations, and how these relate to scientific explanations like the Big Bang and evolution. The lesson will also make connections between creation and the Christian understanding of the Trinity, showing how God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are believed to be involved in the creation of the world.

Lesson Outcomes:

• Describe what happened on the seven days of creation according to Genesis
• Explain different Christian interpretations of how the earth was created
• Link Christian beliefs about creation with beliefs about the Trinity

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.
• Extracts from Genesis 1 and John 1 for textual analysis
• Summary comparison chart of literal and non-literal views on creation
• Student worksheet
• Students will complete a 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?
Curriculum-aligned: Fully tailored to AQA GCSE Religious Studies – Christianity: Beliefs
Engaging and accessible: A mix of visual, textual, and interactive elements to support all learners
Exam-focused: Helps students build key AO1 and AO2 skills for Paper 1
Clear structure: Builds understanding step-by-step, from biblical content to theological application
Flexible use: Suitable for both classroom teaching and independent learning