Stories: how do different people find deeper meanings?
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Why this why now
Stories have played a central role in human understanding of the world. This unit is placed here to begin to sow seeds that stories can be interpreted in different ways by different people. It does this by carefully selecting stories that will deepen pupils’ understanding of Christianity and Islam, and their understanding that non-religious traditions, such as humanism, also have stories to explain their worldviews.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils should know that Jesus is an important figure for Christians and that they follow his teachings.
- Pupils should be aware that many stories help and inspire people to make a difference.
- From Foundation Stage practice pupils should know that Prophet Muhammad is an important figure for Muslims.
Threads
Why this why now
Stories have played a central role in human understanding of the world. This unit is placed here to begin to sow seeds that stories can be interpreted in different ways by different people. It does this by carefully selecting stories that will deepen pupils’ understanding of Christianity and Islam, and their understanding that non-religious traditions, such as humanism, also have stories to explain their worldviews.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils should know that Jesus is an important figure for Christians and that they follow his teachings.
- Pupils should be aware that many stories help and inspire people to make a difference.
- From Foundation Stage practice pupils should know that Prophet Muhammad is an important figure for Muslims.
Theology
Stories: how do different people find deeper meanings?
In this unit pupils will explore the idea that stories in religious and non-religious traditions often have a deeper meaning beyond the simple narrative. They will examine stories from Christianity, Islam and Humanism and act as interpreters to find these hidden meanings.
6 lessons in unit
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