"Story Readers" are a Religious Education resource for teachers involved in teaching primary years 7-11. They have been designed to assist specialists and non-specialists alike by providing various types of information, suggestions and child-centred material in the form of a Teacher's Book and a set of accompanying worksheets. The Teacher's Book is divided into chapters, each of which centres around one story, which has been written to be read aloud to the class. Background information and exten...
Ideal for introducing young learners to the concept of religion, this exciting series explores places of worship, festivals, celebrations and religious ceremonies through accessible text and engaging illustrations.
Shinto (Religions of the World) (Religions of the World (Chelsea Tb))
by George Williams
* Accessible and accurate surveys of mainstream religions * All aspects - including roots and founding, primary bellefs, and cultural activities, the ways in which the faiths are perceived by the rest of the world, and the experience of growing up as a member of the religion - are examined * Excellent introductions to the world's major faiths A survey of the indigenous religion of Japan which came into being around 2,500 years ago.
The Accessing...R.E. photobooks and teacher resource books bring a new concept to learning about RE in primary schools. Each Teacher Resource Book contains background information, ways of starting teaching with an image from the photobook, specific activities or questions to set children and - most importantly - suggestions for differentiated activities for more able and less able children. Also includes a range of photocopiable activity sheets covering the full range of topics covered in the ph...
The River Goddess (Tales of heaven & earth) (Tales of Heaven & Earth S.)
by Vijay Singh
These eight beautifully illustrated volumes introduce young readers to the origins of Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism, and other living religions through engaging stories about fascinating characters. Religious beliefs have forever played a major role in the cultural history of our world -- Tales of Heaven and Earth bring the spirit of history to life!
This unique anthology of Buddhist scripture traces the development of Buddhism through the ages and around the world. Designed to serve scholars and students, this classic text has become a valuable resource for Buddhists and all those who wish to explore for themselves the original sources of one of the world's great religions. Accessible and jargon-free, these translations from the original Pali, Sanskrit, Chinese, Tibetan and Japanese are presented in plain English by four leading experts on...
Festivals of the World: India (Cased)
An introduction to the traditions and festivities of the Hindu festival called Holi.
Religions Today: Pack A of 6
This series focuses on major religions and their relevance to contemporary life. It offers a balance of information about each religion and an exploration of how we can learn from it. The text looks at the founders and significant individuals in the religion and its key beliefs, signs and symbols. Worship is also covered, the festivals, celebrations, rites of passage, pilgrimages and sacred places. Moral issues and ultimate questions are presented and considered. The concepts explored in the "Li...
Service with Guru Nanak (Learning to Be)
by Chitwan Mittal and Sarita Saraf
When the school bell rings, and its time for home, can you spare a minute or two? The teacher is tired from her long, busy day, can you say, Id like to help you. The Indian saint, Guru Nanak, believed that God lives in each and everything. He reminds us to remember that each time we serve, we are serving God. He encourages us to make service a part of our daily lives. This board book, Service With Guru Nanak will enable children to explore the many ways in which they can serve friends, family an...
Easter Coloring Book For Kids
Part of the 'World of Faiths' series, this book looks at Buddhism. It features its key beliefs, how it is practised around the world, religious buildings and places, key figures and leaders, and festivals and traditions.
It's almost Divali and there's lots to do. Preeta and her family go out shopping for new clothes for the celebration - but then Preeta gets lost. Will she be found in time for the party? Meanwhile, Prince Rama and Princess Sita are banished from their kingdom to the jungle, where Sita is kidnapped by demons. The monkey God, Hanuman, comes to Rama's aid but will they ever find Sita again? Introductory text explains the significance of the festival and there is a full glossary of unfamiliar terms...
Buffalo persists in being kind and patient with the mischievous Monkey, despite all his annoying tricks.
Dalai Lama, a Biography of the Tibetan Spiritual and Political Leader
by Demi