What Is the Good News Christians Believe Jesus Brings? | KS1 RE Unit (4 Outstanding Lessons)

Teach Christian values through Bible stories and parables in this fully resourced 4-lesson KS1 RE unit.

This engaging unit helps Key Stage 1 pupils explore the concept of “good news” in Christianity and how Jesus used stories to teach kindness, forgiveness, and living a good life. Designed for 30–60 minute lessons, it’s ideal for daily RE or as part of the Understanding Christianity curriculum.

What’s Included

• 4 detailed lesson plans
• 4 PowerPoint presentations
• Creative activities and discussion prompts
• Templates for collages, headlines, and reflections

Key Concepts Covered

• What Christians believe is the “good news” Jesus brings
• How parables are used to teach values
• How Christian beliefs relate to everyday life
• Opportunities for personal reflection and creative expression

Why This Resource Stands Out

• Designed for KS1 learners with clear progression
• Easy to adapt for different abilities and classroom contexts
• Minimal prep required — ideal for busy teachers
• Supports SMSC development and RE curriculum aims

Perfect For

• KS1 RE lessons on Christian beliefs
• Teaching Bible stories and parables
• Exploring kindness, forgiveness, and values
• Linking RE with literacy, PSHE, and creative arts