Exploring the different ways people are special; using stories, discussions and creative activities to learn about what makes themselves, people around them and in the community special.

Discovering what special times are for different people; using pictures, stories and videos to explore the significance of Diwali and Christmas and how they are celebrated. 

Exploring the significance of various festivals, through stories, images and creative activities; learning about the customs and meanings behind these celebrations. 

Investigating what makes places special and significant to different people. Starting by discussing places that are special to them, they will learn about about religious buildings and places of worship and discuss the importance of these places to others.

Discussing things that are special to them before looking at artefacts, images and stories, children explore the meaning and value of these items to some people. They discuss how objects can hold personal or communal significance and learn to respect and appreciate these differences.

Listening to different stories, children will explore what they can learn about people’s beliefs. They will understand that stories have the power to inspire and teach, encouraging people to do good things, which makes stories special.

Exploring what makes the world around them special, children will learn why the world can be special to both themselves and others. Listening to other people’s ideas about caring for the world and discussing reasons why this is important.