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Lesson that recaps the Nativity story and gets students to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas (reflecting on both religious and secular ideas). Originally created for year 8 but easily adaptable for other year groups.

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.

KS3 lesson that explores the use of music in religion. Amazing Grace and the Stormzy song ‘Blinded by Your Grace’ are compared as case studies.

Originally planned for year 9 this lesson considers the reasons behind the rise in Islamophobia in the UK. Extremism is investigated as well as the difference between extremist and moderate Muslims.

This is a 1 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 1 hour lesson planned by a specialist RE teacher for non specialists to deliver to KS4 non examined/core RE. Covers Christian, Jewish, Muslim and Sikh attitudes to war and violence.

KS3 lesson that considers the many uses of art within religion.

This is a series of lessons covering topic 1.3 of Edexcel A Level RS, paper 4a (Buddhism) Unit 1 (Religious Beliefs, Values and Teachings). It could easily be adapted for other specifications. It includes: • Taking Refuge in the Buddha • Taking Refuge in the Dharma • Taking Refuge in the Sangha • Essay Practice • Revision worksheets These lessons make use of the following textbooks: Grey, R. (2017) Religious Studies for A Level Year 1. Illuminate Publishing This is part of a wider package that covers everything for unit 1 of paper 4a for Edexcel.

PowerPoint and worksheet based on the C4 documentary Living with the Amish (45 mins, link provided)

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.

Introduction to Paganism followed by study of the Pagan festival of Samhain finishing off by comparing Samhain with the modern festival of Halloween.

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.

This is a standalone PowerPoint that guides GCSE students on how to tackle revision for GCSE RE. There is a focus on Edexcel but this could easily be modified for different exam boards. This could be used as a lesson in class, or as a homework task for students.

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.

Originally planned for year 7 this lesson introduces the 6 major religions considering key facts and then creating a timeline to show when and where each began.

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.