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In this lesson, students will explore the life and legacy of Moses, a central figure in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Through storytelling, discussion, and reflection, students will retell the key events in the story of Moses—from his early life in Egypt to the Exodus and receiving the Ten Commandments. They will also learn about the Jewish celebration of Passover, examining how it commemorates the Israelites’ escape from slavery and the role Moses played in this pivotal moment in Jewish history. Finally, students will analyze why Moses is revered in all three Abrahamic religions, identifying his contributions as a prophet, leader, and lawgiver. This lesson encourages students to make connections between religious traditions and to understand the shared heritage of Abrahamic faiths.

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

• Retell the key events in the story of Moses.
• Explain the religious and historical significance of the Jewish festival of Passover.
• Describe why Moses is considered an important figure in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

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

• It includes 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.

Ideal For:
• KS3 &KS4 RE departments
• New or non-specialist teachers
• Schools introducing world religions and philosophy to younger learners