LKS2 R.E. Why Do Many Religions have Festivals of Light?

Content Name

LKS2 R.E. Why Do Many Religions have Festivals of Light?

Content Type

WOW Lesson

Description

Join RE expert, Matt Lane, as he shares a lesson which allows children to explore the question, Why do many religions have festivals of light? In this lesson we will explore three major festivals: Christmas; Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha; and Diwali. Children will explore three festivals that have very different theological bases but are all celebrated in similar ways. Whilst Eids are not considered festivals of light in the same way as Christmas and Diwali, lights still play an important role in the marking the occasions. Children will use sociological skills to compare the similar lived experiences of these festivals. *It is advisable to split this lesson over 2 or 3 sessions.

Curriculum

• Country

  England

  Key Stage:

  Key Stage 2

  Years:

  Year 3, Year 4

  Subjects:

  • Religious Education

  Topics:

  None

  Programmes of Study:

  • A1. Describe and make connections between different features of the religions and worldviews they study, discovering more about celebrations, worship, pilgrimages and the rituals which mark important points in life, in order to reflect on their significance.
  • B1. Observe and understand varied examples of religions and worldviews so that they can explain, with reasons, their meanings and significance to individuals and communities.
  • B3. Observe and consider different dimensions of religion, so that they can explore and show understanding of similarities and differences within and between different religions and worldviews.

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