Unit outcomes
Pupils who are secure will be able to:
- Discuss and critically analyse various depictions of Jesus, considering possible historical appearances and the reasons behind diverse portrayals.
- Learn key historical facts about Jesus’ life and reflect on the varied perceptions of his image.
- Identify and understand the differences between the Pharisees and Sadducees.
- Use texts and sources to build knowledge about people’s lives and societal positions during the time of Jesus.
- Explore the Romans’ role in Judea and their interactions with Jewish groups.
- Compare prophecies with actual events from Jesus’ life and express personal views on whether the prophecies were realized.
- Examine different interpretations of miracles shown in images and understand how diverse groups might have perceived these miracles during Jesus’ time.
- Describe the Easter story and the concept of resurrection, acknowledging its significance to many Christians.
Suggested prior learning
Just how important are our beliefs?
Get startedLessons
Lesson 1: What do we know about Jesus?
Lesson 2: Who was around at the time of Jesus?
Lesson 3: What did people think of the Romans?
Lesson 4: What is a prophecy?
Lesson 5: What might miracles suggest about Jesus?
Lesson 6: What happened when Jesus died?
Key skills
- Recognising how religious and
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Key knowledge
To know:
- Religious and non-religious
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Key vocabulary
depictions
faith
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Unit resources
Assessment – R&W Y4: Who was Jesus really?
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Knowledge organiser
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Subject resources
Religion and worldviews: Long-term plans
Long-term plans giving a suggested order
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Equipment list
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Religion and worldviews: Progression of pupils skills and knowledge
Progression documents showing how skills and
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Vocabulary progression
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Assessment
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National curriculum mapping
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Mappingㅤ | Policy support
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Cross-curricular opportunities
English: Spoken language.
RSE: Respectful relationships.
British Values: Tolerance of different cultures and religions, Mutual respect.