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The foundation edition of this text is endorsed for use with the EdExcel GCSE course. This title follows the same page layout, style and format as the mainstream edition of "Religion and Society" and can be used alongside this book in the classroom. The foundation edition covers four specified religions: Christianity, Islam, Judaism and Hinduism and examines religious and social responsibility, religion and the environment, peace and conflict, crime and punishment, and religion and medical issue...

Please note this title is suitable for any student studying: Exam Board: AQA Level: GCSE Subject: Religious Studies First teaching: September 2016 First exams: June 2018 This Student Book has been approved by AQA. This textbook offers a tried and tested approach to cover the study of Hinduism, and thematic studies from the perspective of Hinduism. Each chapter sets clear objectives and topic summaries, helping students understand what they need to know. Case studies provide a real-life stor...

Hinduism if the world's oldest living faith. This book explores what it means to be a Hindu. It explains the rites associated with birth, marriage and death; the importance of the family; customs and taboos; holy places and shrines. It takes us inside a Hindu temple, and describes the festivals of the Hindu calendar, showing how the worship of 330 million different gods is not incompatible with belief in one Supreme Being.

"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...

Provide students with a strong understanding of religion with high quality, engaging and content-rich resources building a firm foundation for the new GCSE 9-1 Religious Studies. Deliver a rich, coherent RE course at KS3 and equip pupils with a deep understanding of religion with ready-made, flexible and high quality KS3 lessons. ‘Knowing Religion’ is written by an author team of experienced RE teachers and led by series editor Robert Orme of West London Free School....

Discovering Religions looks at the world's major religions in a clear and accessible way. Written specifically for lower secondary students, it examines key religious themes - worship, history, festivals and rites of passage. The emphasis throughout is upon a comprehensive, balanced coverage of the subjects and clear, motivating presentation.

This book contains 33 units, including: What is Hinduism, The Caste System, family life, Reverence for animals, Hinduism and women, Wealth and poverty, Hindus and creation, The sacredness of life, Caring for the environment. It is also supported by a teacher book.

It is believed that Krishna lived in India about 5000 years ago, but the stories about his life and teaching continue to have a lasting influence on the World today. This book tells you all about Krishna and explains his teaching. It examines the sacred texts of Hinduism and how Krishna is worshipped as a god of love. And it explores the major sacred places and festivals associated with Krishna. This differentiated (simplified) text edition of GREAT RELIGIOUS LEADERS: KRISHNA AND HINDUISM consid...

The author of this book uses her insight gained from two visits to India and several interviews with Hindus living in Britain to focus on the central elements of Hinduism. Topics covered include Hindu beliefs, Gods and Goddesses, worship at home and the mandir, festivals and family events, pilgrimage, India today and Hindus in Britain. Other books in the "Words and Pictures" series look at Christianity, Islam, Judaism and Sikhism.

Hinduism is the oldest religion in the world. No single person founded it. But over the centuries many religious thinkers developed the Hindu way of life. Hindus believe that Krishna is the Supreme Being, who lived on earth as a man to save people from evil. This book tells you all about Krishna, who he was, how he grew up and what he did. It explains his teaching, how it is written down in Hindu sacred texts, and how Hindus worship Krishna as a god of love. Four stories retell key moments in hi...