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Hinduism vs. Buddhism

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders create Venn diagrams showing the differences and similarities between the religions of Hinduism and Buddhism.
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Snow Treasure: Marie McSwigan

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students read and discuss Snow Treasure by Marie McSwigan.
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NATARAJ: SHIVA AS LORD OF THE DANCE

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students read" the meaning of the Nataraj, explore the various aspects of Hinduism that the Nataraj symbolizes; examine the importance of the samsara, moksha, and consider the Nataraj one of the finest works of art anywhere in the world.
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UNDERSTANDING KARMA, DHARMA, AND SAMSARA

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students examine the Indian concepts of dharma, karma and samsara, see how violating one's dharma might lead to becoming an out-caste, and appreciate how these concepts undergird Indian life.
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The Growth of Islam

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders gain insight into the daily lives of Muslims and to develop empathy for them by studying the Islamic world and creating presentations.
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Ancient Chinese Philosophies of Government

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders use the four philosophies of Ancient China to investigate persceptive and resolution of a problem.
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Images of the Goddess in India

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students recognize several Indian goddesses, identify the symbols representing aspects of divinity in India, and appreciate how the goddess represents both creative and destructive forms of power.
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Ramadan (Islamic Holiday)

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore Ramadan, a month-long observance celebrated by Muslims around the world. They recognize that people in different countries have unique celebrations, locate countries on a map where large numbers of people practice Islam.
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Values in a Multicultural Society

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Students list personal values that are important to them. In this values lesson, students reflect about values they learned during childhood. They discuss the different factors affecting their current beliefs.
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Faith At Home

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this Christianity practice worksheet, students draw 4 pictures of things people do to honor God. Students must read the prompts within the graphic organizer and draw their pictures in the blank boxes.
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Judaism Christianity Unit: Scripture as Literature

For Teachers 7th
Students research Judaism, Christianity, and scripture. In this religion and scripture lesson, students read and understand the plot from the Old and New Testament. Students then study a theme from a scriptural passage and write a...
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THE BELIEFS OF CHRISTIANITY: J.E.S.U.S.

For Teachers 6th - 9th
In this beliefs of Christianity study guide worksheet, young scholars read a brief overview pertaining to topic and then respond to 5 reflection questions.
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Judaism, Christianity, and Islam

For Teachers 6th - 10th
For this Judaism, Christianity, and Islam worksheet, young scholars fill in the blank graphic organizer with 9 attributes of the 3 world religions.
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Religions Venn diagram

For Teachers 6th - 9th
In this Judaism, Christianity, and Islam graphic organizer worksheet, learners compare and contrast the 3 religions using the Venn diagram.
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Learning About Philanthropy - Diocesan Standard

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students identify the concept of stewardship. In this stewardship lesson, students create stewardship lists, complete stewardship surveys, and learn six new words related to stewardship by listing them in acrostic poem.
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American West Crosstick

For Students 5th - 6th
In this American West worksheet, learners complete the clues that relate to the American West, Mormon settlements, and the creation of railways. Students write the 7 words in the horizontal boxes and then read the word created by the...
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The Mormons Crossword

For Students 5th - 6th
For this crossword puzzle worksheet, students read the clues related to the American West and the Mormon settlements. Students complete the puzzle with 8 words about Mormons.
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The Rise of Islam

For Students 5th - 6th
In this Islamic medicine worksheet, students read about the rise of Islam and the history of medicine within the culture. Students read 5 passages.
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J. Paul Getty Museum Education Staff

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students will examine a manuscript page from a Flemish bestiary and discuss how it was used to teach ideas about Christianity. For this Christianity lesson plan students study the given manuscript and then compare the stories from the...
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Cultural Geography

For Students 7th - 8th
In this Cultural Geography worksheet, students fill in answers to ten questions about cultural factors such as language and religion without using a word bank.
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Islam-Hajj and Eid-Ul-Adha: Panel Debate

For Students 6th - 9th
In this panel debate learning exercise, students in teams assume one of the character roles for role play in a mock panel discussion which focuses on Islamic religious beliefs.
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Hinduism Match the Cards

For Students 7th - 9th
In this Hinduism worksheet, learners identify the Hindu religion through terms and pictures. Cards may be categorized according to worship terms, symbols, or holy books and compared and contrasted with other world religions.
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Islam - Hajj and Eid-ul-Adha, Panel Debate Teacher's Information

For Students 8th - 10th
In this panel debate worksheet, students argue their assigned character's viewpoint regarding the importance of reading religious material. The worksheet is a guide for teacher's to utilize when holding a panel debate in class.
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Buddhism - Buddha Day, Make Your Own Origami Crane Part 2

For Students 7th - 9th
In this Origami crane worksheet, students create an Origami crane from detailed instructions. This crane is an important symbol in the Buddhist religion.