Humanism around the world

Religious education

Humanist beliefs

The one life

Humanism: a natural origin and a precious planet

Humanism: deciding right from wrong

Humanist ceremonies

In this unit pupils will learn about the main beliefs of humanism. They will understand that humanists focus on reason and empathy to make moral decisions.  Case studies will enable them to explore how humanists aim to live their one life as well and as meaningfully as they can.

Humanists:  How can you lead a happy and meaningful life?

looking after something and doing it properly

Match each keyword to its correct meaning.

Humanists believe there is only {{}} life and want to make the most of it.

The story of The {{}} Wolves teaches about feeding the good in human nature.

to remind people to follow religious rules

to show one life should be lived meaningfully

What is the ‘happy human’ symbol used for?

False - there are humanists across all continents.

False - humanists are only found in books and stories.

Humanists are only found in Europe and North America.

a non-religious worldview based on reason and human values

a belief that science can prove everything

belief that this is the only life we have

What motivates many humanists to live well?

How do some humanists respond to the connection they feel with animals?

What do humanists try to do when making ethical decisions?

Who might lead a humanist funeral or wedding ceremony?

This lesson was made for home learning during the pandemic.

Humanism around the world

Lesson outcome

This lesson was made for home learning during the pandemic.