Belonging as a humanist
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can describe what humanism is and how humanists might show they belong.
Key learning points
- Humanists believe that they should be happy and make others happy.
- Humanists do not believe in God.
- Some humanists meet with others in groups. They might take action for other people and nature.
- The 'happy human' shows belonging to humanism.
Keywords
Humanist - a person with a non-religious worldview based on values of kindness
Symbol - a picture, sign, or object that helps us to understand what someone believes or where they belong
Beonging - the feeling of being accepted, respected, safe and valued within a group
Common misconception
That only religious people can be part of a group with others who share their values.
A person does not have to be religious to have values such as kindness.
Teacher tip
Focus on what humanists do believe, such as being kind, helping others, looking after the environment etc., rather than what they do not believe. Pupils should understand more about humanists than just not believing in God. See humanists.uk website for more information.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Match the keywords with their meanings.
a picture, sign, or object that helps us understand belonging
being accepted, respected, and valued within a group
a group of people who share something in common
Q2.What is a mezuzah?
Q3.What does a Christian faith family do together?
Q4.A person can only belong to one group.
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is a humanist?
Q2.What do humanists believe is important?
Q3.What is the symbol of humanism?
Q4.A person does not have to be religious to have values such as kindness.
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