Unit outcomes
Pupils who are secure will be able to:
- Describe key Humanist beliefs about being human.
- Explain simply the concept of a soul or inner self.
- Use images and colours to represent the idea of a soul or inner self.
- Summarise the similarities and differences between what people believe about the soul.
- Express their ideas clearly and compare their own beliefs with others.
- Suggest examples of how different people might experience spirituality and what difference it might make in their lives.
- Explain the reasons and purpose behind meditation.
- Express ideas about being human using words and images.
Suggested prior learning
Teacher video: What makes us human?
Lessons
Y3/4 (A): Lesson 1: What is special about being human?
Y3/4 (A): Lesson 2: What is a soul and do we all have one?
Y3/4 (A): Lesson 3: What do some people think makes us human?
Y3/4 (A): Lesson 4: What is spirituality?
Y3/4 (A): Lesson 5: What do some Buddhists do to focus on their inner self?
Y3/4 (A): Lesson 6: Does anyone know what makes us human?
Key skills
Personal
- Discussing their
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Key knowledge
Substantive
To know:
- Soul means a
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Key vocabulary
Buddhist
connection
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Unit resources
Vocabulary: R&W – Y3/4 What makes us human?
Display versions of the year group key vocabulary and unit vocabulary from the 'What makes us human?' unit.
Knowledge organiser – R&W Y3: What makes us human?
Aimed at pupils, a double page document that gives key facts and definitions from the 'What makes us human?' unit.
Subject resources
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Cross-curricular opportunities
English: Spoken language,
RSE: Respectful relationships, mental wellbeing
British values: Tolerance of those with different beliefs, mutual respect.
Art: Creative experimentation.
Music: Appreciation.