Learning objective
- To explore why water is considered precious by analysing quotes and actions.
Success criteria
- I can explain why water is
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Religious Education Council Curriculum Framework for RE in English (non-statutory guidance):
- A1. Describe and make connections
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Cross-curricular links
Geography
Human and physical
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Display the Presentation: Using the Knowledge organiser and arrange the children into pairs. Hand out the Resource: Knowledge organiser: R&W – Why is water symbolic? (one between two) and use the presentation to explain the task.
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support
Could use the Knowledge organiser: Why is water symbolic? for support when creating their poster, poem or prayer; could record their poem or prayer as audio on a recording device; could create their poster, poem or prayer using word processing or presentation creation software.
Pupils working at greater depth
Should include links with prior learning in their poster, poem or prayer; should make their poster or poem persuasive to encourage people to conserve water; could make explicit links between scripture and actions.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: demonstrating an understanding of
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Vocabulary definitions
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conserve
To protect or save something.
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deserts
Dry, barren areas of land where little precipitation occurs, making life conditions harsh.
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In this unit
Assessment - R&W Y3: Why is water symbolic?
Lesson 1: Why is water important?
Lesson 2: How is water used in some rituals?
Lesson 3: What can some religious stories suggest about water?
Lesson 4: What is baptism?
Lesson 5: How and why do some Hindus celebrate the River Ganges?
Lesson 6: Why is water precious?
Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 14th November, 2024
