Year 7 RE Lesson: Buddhist Teachings – What Makes the Buddha’s Message Important?
This lesson introduces pupils to core Buddhist beliefs, including the Four Noble Truths, the Three Universal Truths, the Five Precepts, and the Noble Eightfold Path. Pupils explore why Buddhism offers guidance rather than strict rules and how its teachings help people find peace and overcome suffering. Activities include a code-breaker starter, guided reading, matching tasks, comprehension questions, and reflection.
Learning aims:
Explain the core teachings of Buddhism and their purpose
Describe the Five Precepts and why they matter
Understand the Noble Eightfold Path as a guide for living
Reflect on how Buddhist ideas about craving and change affect happiness
Includes PowerPoint slides, code-breaker activity, reading worksheets, and differentiated tasks ready to teach.
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