Symbols of belonging
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain how a symbol can represent belonging.
Key learning points
- Some people may use symbols or objects to show they belong to a religion or have a particular worldview.
- Some Christians may wear a cross.
- Some Christians may have a Bible in their house.
- Some Jews have a mezuzah on their door post.
- Some Humanists wear a happy human badge.
Keywords
Symbol - a picture, sign, or object that helps us to understand what someone believes or where they belong
Belong - to be accepted, respected, and valued within a group
Mezuzah - a tiny scroll with special words from the Torah, contained in a small case on the door of a Jewish home
Common misconception
All symbols are religious.
Some symbols represent a faith or belief, though not all members will choose these. There are many other symbols which are not religious and represent other groups or information.
Teacher tip
Use real-life or familiar examples and objects (such as school uniforms, football team badges, or religious artefacts) to help children understand what a symbol is. Adapt to your local context.
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Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Match the word to the correct meaning:
feeling of being accepted, respected, valued within a group.
a group of people who love and care for each other.
group of people who share something in common.
being part or a member of a group.
Q2.What is one way people can show they belong?
Q3.Why might someone wear special clothes or a uniform?
Q4.You can only belong to one group at a time.
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is a symbol?
Q2.What is the happy human badge for?
Q3.Symbols can only be religious.
Q4.Some Christians may wear a to show they are Christian.
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