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High school religion cultural activities for Microsoft Word
Compare World Religions Chart --Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism
This is a chart I use with my students to compare five major world religions-- Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism. It is meant to have the students learn the basics and be able to know the major aspects of all the religions. I included a blank copy and a completed version. In my social studies textbooks, there is quite a bit of info about each of these religions. This can also be done this as a group jigsaw activity. Feel free to edit it to suits your needs. Let me know if
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5th - 10th
Buddhism Art Activity for Students
Students engage in the Buddhist Prayer Flags Art Activity to help learn and remember important facts about Buddhism. This activity adds an interesting element to learning about a new religion. The complexity of the material can be adjusted to meet a broad cross section of student grade levels.
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6th - 12th
Rick Steves ~ Luther and The Reformation ~ Movie Guide + Overhead + Word Search
"When asked why he got married, Luther responded that his marriage would please his father, rile the pope, cause the angels to laugh, and the devil to weep."Terry Lindvall (American professor & author ~ 1948)The year 2017 marked the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation. Martin Luther's posting his 95 Theses on the door of the church in Wittenberg had a ripple effect like no other. It profoundly changed life in Europe. Rick Steves gives a wonderful & thorough overview of t
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9th - 12th
Stations of the Cross Drama Script- easy and effective for Lent Passion Play
Looking for a way to involve your students in the Lenten tradition of Stations of the Cross? This student-friendly adaptation will get your students actively participating by representing the fourteen events in Jesus' life with silent "tableau" pictures while a classmate reads the scene. Involve an entire class of 30 with parts for narrator, Jesus, Pilate, the soldiers, Veronica, Mary, and the townspeople. Included in this product is a link to a fully-staged live production of this script pe
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4th - 12th
The Pennsylvania Dutch ~ The Amish ~ German Sub Plan
“I wanted to be Amish when I was a kid. You just wear black and white - what could be better? One less thing to worry about." Anderson Cooper (American journalist ~ 1967) Always getting a sub who does *not* know German ? Urgently need a quick sub lesson for tomorrow ? Required to turn in three days' worth of emergency lesson plans that first week of school and no time to do it ? This sub plan - 'The Pennsylvania Dutch' - will keep students connected to German and learning at the same time
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9th - 12th
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Living Stations : Having Your Students Present the Living Stations of the Cross
This is a 100 page packet. It includes the script you will need to have your students act out the Living Stations for the school and/or parish. It's a great script and will have all your students involved!
What is unique about this script is that it also includes a Bible reflection packet for the students to work on when you are practicing. The directions explain more about this. It's so that no one is sitting there just watching, waiting for their turn to get up and perform.
Our Living S
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6th - 12th
Semana Santa / Holy Week in Spain Cultural Reading (ENGLISH VERSION)
This reading describes the history and cultural significance of Semana Santa / Holy Week in Spain. It describes the passion play in detail and includes particular Spanish vocabulary which is featured up top in a glossary.The reading is followed by seven short answer reading comprehension questions.This reading makes for a great cultural component to your class, particularly for those students who are beginners to the Spanish language.Includes an answer key.Editable word file.NOTE: This reading i
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7th - 10th
History of Easter Project: Rationale/Outline/Timeline/Vocabulary/Questions
Easter is a significant holiday in many cultures and religions around the world. Exploring its origins and evolution over time provides students with a deeper understanding of cultural diversity and the historical contexts in which traditions develop. Easter holds religious significance for Christians, marking the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Teaching the history of Easter allows students to develop religious literacy, understanding the beliefs, practices, and symbols associated with Christiani
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: High School Spring Holiday Easter/St.Patrick's Day: Resource BUNDLE
The Most Hated Woman in America (2017) Movie Viewing Guide:Summary/Questions
"The Most Hated Woman in America" is a biographical drama film released in 2017, directed by Tommy O'Haver and starring Melissa Leo. The film tells the true story of Madalyn Murray O'Hair, an outspoken atheist activist who campaigned against prayer in public schools and founded the organization American Atheists. O'Hair became known as "the most hated woman in America" due to her controversial beliefs and actions. The film explores her life, activism, and the events leading to her mysterious dis
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Free Will vs Predestination - Philosophy in a Day
As an English teacher, I liked to believe the literature I used and the way I taught it allowed students to experience philosophy, at least to a small degree. This assignment takes their understanding and questioning further than any other I used.
If your school is like mine and doesn't even have a philosophy option, then this could serve as the one time your students are exposed to some of the ideas. Make it count by knowing the terms mentioned in the lesson or by having them look the words up
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8th - 12th
Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas (2005) Documentary Viewing Guide
"Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas" is a documentary that explores the historical roots and evolution of the Christmas holiday. Produced in 2005, the film provides a comprehensive overview of various Christmas traditions, customs, and the holiday's cultural significance. The documentary delves into the origins of Christmas, tracing its roots back to ancient celebrations and winter solstice festivals. It examines how various cultures and religions have contributed to the development o
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
World Religions Choice Board Project
Embark on an enlightening journey of discovery with our "World Religions Choice Board Project." This engaging summative assignment offers students the opportunity to explore one of the main world religions in detail while showcasing their creativity and research skills.Key Features:Flexible Project Models: Choose from a variety of engaging project options to demonstrate understanding, creativity, and research skills.Diverse Topic Choices: Explore Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Judaism, Hinduism
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6th - 10th
La Settimana Santa Lettura: Italian Reading on Holy Week and Easter
This Italian reading has two paragraphs. The first one is written from the first-person perspective of a teenage girl living in Rome, Italy during Holy Week and discusses how she and her family are celebrating. The second paragraph discusses the various holidays around this period including Ash Wednesday, Lent, Easter Sunday etc.The reading includes a glossary of specialized Easter vocabulary and 7 reading comprehension questions. Level: Italian 1/2 (Present tense but with harder vocabulary)Edit
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9th - 11th
Also included in: Italian Cultural Readings Bundle: Top 4 @30% off! (Italiano Letture)
Carnival Cultural Reading / Mardis Gras (English Version)
This English language cultural reading talks about the Catholic celebration of carnival. It talks about its religious significance and includes a paragraph each on how it is celebrated in New Orleans, Spain and Cologne. The reading includes 7 reading comprehension questions.Editable word file.Answer key included.
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6th - 10th
Baraka (1992) Documentary Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions With KEY
"Baraka" is a non-narrative documentary film directed by Ron Fricke and released in 1992. The film is renowned for its stunning visuals and unique approach to storytelling, as it lacks traditional plot and dialogue. Instead, it presents a series of beautifully shot images and scenes from around the world, capturing various aspects of human life, nature, and culture.The film is organized into a series of vignettes that highlight different themes, including the relationship between humanity and na
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: WAR MOVIES! Movies/Documentaries Viewing Guide BUNDLE
World History (AP or Honors) World Religions Activity
Before students can learn about world history, they have to have a basic understanding of the major world religions. This activity introduces students to Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Zoroastrianism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. My students keep this chart and will use it as a reference throughout the year as we cover periods in history.
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9th - 12th
World Religions - Christianity worksheet
This is a one page (both sides of paper) review sheet for Christianity. It has fill in the blank sections, multiple choice etc, and short/written response. It's short and covers Jesus and his creation of the Christian faith. Key is included
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8th - 11th
Islam: My Life My Religion Video Guide With Answer Key & Link to BBC Documentary
This is SUCH an engaging documentary that follows a young girl deciding to wear her hijab to school and two boys memorizing parts of the Qu'ran. The video guide includes a full answer key and is great for a sub plan, a test grade, or a really engaging class discussion!
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4th - 12th
Advent Prayer Service For the School Community
This is an Advent Prayer service that we have used and had success with. It is uploaded as a word document so that you can make changes and plug in the names of your students, pastors, etc.I hope you find it useful!! If you like it and want to use the Powerpoint we used for this, the Powerpoint is also up on TPT for sale. God Bless.
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K - 12th
Introduction to Hinduism and Buddhism (Ancient India)
A great intro to Hinduism and Buddhism and their origins in Ancient India. This is a basic intro of history and main vocabulary for the two religions.
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6th - 9th
Christmas Skit: The Three Kings/Magi/Wise Men
This skit has some comedic elements but dives deeper into the meaning of each gift the magi brought, and the holiness of the promised Messiah. This skit can be used as a stand-alone project for any annual Christmas presentations, Reader's Theater, for Bible class, or as a Christmas-themed activity for drama, where everyone takes turns performing this in groups of three. Students can be creative with the script by filling in the names of their camels and adding their own lines to the script.
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4th - 10th
Also included in: Bible Class Bundle!
Excerpts from the Torah, Quran and Bible religion middle east
Read excerpts from these three books and see if students can tell where they came from. Hint: they can't. Then have them reflect on why we only consider Islam violent when all 3 have violent things in their holy books.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Middle east bundle unit world history
Comparing Buddhist Statues
This lesson fits into my World History unit on the Silk Road in Contemporary History as well as a unit on Buddhism. It could also fit into an art or art history course that examines religious imagery. This lesson engages students to encounter and compare Buddha statuary from around the world opening their eyes to sacred representation. It practices note-taking and simple research skills using a graphic organizer. This activity does require students to have access to devices with access to the
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6th - 12th
Buddhism Middle Way activity
One of the main principles of Buddhism is the Middle Way (or Middle Path), which rejects extremism and relies on what is in the middle. I wrote this activity for students to complete in groups after they had taken notes from the attached lecture. They discuss and solve these scenarios in groups, and then share out for a class discussion. I always enjoyed hearing their insight, and I love how this activity reinforces their knowledge of the Middle Way.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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