Why are some places in the world significant to believers?
Using maps, pictures and texts, children investigate why some places are significant to some religions.
Unit outcomes
Pupils who are secure will be able to:
- Discuss why some people may consider mountains to be sacred, significant or both.
- Recognise that Jerusalem is a significant place for many Jewish, Christian and Muslim people.
- Discuss reasons why many Sikhs consider the Harmandir Sahib significant.
- Find examples of the Gurus’ teachings in the Harmandir Sahib.
- List reasons why different people might visit the River Ganges.
- Consider what makes objects and relics significant.
- Explain why some people might visit a significant place due to their beliefs or commitments.
- Explore different perspectives about access to significant places.
Due to the conflict in Israel and Palestine, extra care should be taken when teaching this unit, especially with regard to any children who may have connections with Israel, Palestine or the broader region.
If you are aware of any particular issues a child has, you might want to discuss the unit with the child beforehand and adapt it to accommodate them. Consider having an adult work with them for additional support. If issues arise during the lesson, it would be advisable to refer to your Senior Leadership Team.
In Lesson 1, the children produce words and phrases on a flip chart about different places. Keep these for future lessons in the unit.
Suggested prior learning
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Lessons
Lesson 1: What can make a place significant?
Lesson 2: How can religious events make a place significant?
Lesson 3: What makes the Harmandir Sahib significant to many Sikhs?
Lesson 4: How can a river be a goddess?
Lesson 5: Can relics make a place significant?
Lesson 6: Who can visit significant places?
Key skills
- Interpreting expressions of the
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Cross-curricular opportunities
Computing: using the internet; using technology safely.
English: Spoken language, Reading – comprehension, Writing – composition
Geography: Locational knowledge, Human and physical geography
History: Chronology.
RSE: Respectful relationships.
British values: Tolerance of those with different beliefs; mutual respect.
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Why does religion look different around the world? (Part 1)
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