Compare Luke and Matthew's accounts of the birth of Jesus. Differentiated resources available.

Creative and visually engaging learning mat / task sheet for Christianity: the Life of Jesus - from birth to ascension. It covers the four main events in Jesus’ life that are examined at GCSE. Can be used for revision, cover work, homework or class work - incredibly versatile resource! Task mat includes: Knowledge Choice of Tasks Challenge question (Analysis question for extended writing) Download as an A3 word document and as an A4 PDF, for compatibility. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

This resource is for revision and exam preparation. It is based on the topic-by-page programme I do with my students. Each topic comes with knowledge (AO1), questions to develop understanding (AO1), questions to develop analysis and evaluation (AO2) and an essay-style question. This resource is indented for the OCR AS/A Level specification, although it can be applied across specifications using alternative marking schemes. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

Creative and visually engaging learning mat / revision sheet for Christianity: Who Was Jesus? Can be used for revision, cover work, homework or class work - incredibly versatile resource! Task mat includes: Knowledge Knowledge Check Choice of Tasks Challenge question (Analysis question for extended writing) with exam Download as an A3 word document and as an A4 PDF, for compatibility. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

Creative and visually engaging learning mat / revision sheet for Jewish Practices: Worship (synagogue, orthodox, reform, at home, prayer) Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils' RE/RS education in general - which is what we're all here for!

This resource includes two essays answering the same A-Level exam question on the topic of Soul. The question is: Critically compare the views of Plato and Aristotle on the Soul. (40 marks) Essays have been marked stringently and comments are written throughout. Overall comments and banding is awarded, with justification, and an overall grade. The resource also includes the essays without comments, for students to mark on their own, before going over comments/grades. The essays can also be used as revision resources for students practising their own exam-style essays. Grades A and A* Mark scheme for both AS and A Level included for marking. Download as both Word and PDF documents. These essays are indented for the OCR AS/A Level specification, although it can be applied across specifications using alternative marking schemes. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

This is a workbook indented for independent study or revision for the topic of Religion and Ethics: Euthanasia, as part of the OCR AS/A Level specification, although it can be applied across specifications. It is a 27 page document (PDF also included) to support your learners. These workbooks are ideal for independent study or set as topic-specific homework/revision. Resource Includes: Sanctity of life Quality of life Autonomy Acts and omissions Natural Law on euthanasia Situation ethics on euthanasia Analysis *Exam questions (35 marks) and exam technique Created with the OCR RS AS/A Level in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

This is a workbook indented for independent study or revision for the topic of Religion and Ethics: Natural Law, as part of the OCR AS/A Level specification, although it can be applied across specifications. It is a 26 page document (PDF also included) to support your learners. These workbooks are ideal for independent study or set as topic-specific homework/revision. Resource Includes: Aristotle’s idea of telos Four tiers of law (Aquinas) Primary and secondary precepts (Aquinas) Applying Natural Law and the doctrine of double effect Analaysis of arguments Exam questions (35 marks) with exam technique Created with the OCR RS AS/A Level in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

The Parables learning mats / information sheets. Download as an A4 word document or as an A4 PDF (for compatibility). Useful as take-away homework projects or as revision for independent study. I have also used this resource in a carousel before with older/more able pupils in KS3 Resource includes: - Parable of the Good Samaritan - Parable of the Lost Son - Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders - Parable of the Unforgiving Servant - Parable of the Great Banquet - Parable of the Hidden Treasure - Parable of the Pearl - Parable of the Lost Sheep - Parable of the Sower Please give feedback. I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils' religious education in general - which is what we're all here for.

Whole unit on a page! This is a learning mat indented for independent study or revision for the topic of Developments in Christianity: Jesus Christ, as part of the OCR AS/A Level specification, although it can be applied across specifications. Document can be downloaded as an A3 Word document and as an A4 PDF, for compatibility. Resource Includes: Jesus as the Son of God Jesus as Liberator Jesus as Teacher of Wisdom Whether Jesus relationship with God was special or truly unique Heresies Key Texts Created with the OCR RS AS/A Level in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

This is a unit of 4 lessons for the OCR unit on Religious Pluralism in Theology and Religious Pluralism in Society. Lessons cover a variety of tasks, activities and learner styles, geared towards the final exam. Also included is the A3 and A4 Learning Mats / Revision Mats for this topic. In addition, included for free is the Workbook for home-study and revision! Lessons are: Intro and Exclusivism Inclusivism Pluralism Pluralism and Society Free resources: Learning Mat / Revision Mat and Workbook also included! Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

The Parable of the Sheep and the Goats learning mat / information sheet. Download as an A3 word document or as an A4 PDF (for compatibility). Q&A document included to support your learners. Resource includes: - The Bible passage - A Summary with Key Ideas - Key Ideas and Quotes - Historical Context and Importance Please give feedback. I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils' religious education in general - which is what we're all here for.

This resource is a series of three instructional videos (and their accompanying PowerPoints) to cover exam technique in GCSE Religious Studies - AQA specification. The videos are ideal for home/remote learning - or just as a reminder before sitting formal exams and assessments. In addition, the PowerPoints are also included for classroom practice and for individual teachers to create their own exam technique videos. There are three videos: Q1 and Q2 (1-mark and 2-mark questions) - lasting <5 mins Q3 and Q4 (4-mark and 5-mark questions) - lasting > 10 mins Q5 (12-mark questions) - lasting >10 mins To help you judge whether this resource is for you, here is a sample of a video: https://www.loom.com/share/f92ffcbf3ad345e89a1f7c94c408a112 Each video explores: What to expect from each question Wording of the question Marks available How to achieve the marks Sample questions Sample answers Exam practise Scaffolding is included in the videos/Powerpoint. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

A3 Revision mat for Christianity: Beliefs & Teachings. Entire unit on one revision sheet. Resource includes: 1. Nature of God 2. Creation 3. Eschatological Views 4. Jesus (Incarnation, Crucifixion, Resurrection, Ascension) 5. Role of the Spirit/Word in Creation 6. Covenants (Abraham and Moses) 7. Sin and Salvation 8. Sacraments 9. Problems with original sin 10. Grace and the Spirit Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource. Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

Creative and visually engaging learning mat / revision sheet for Christianity: Beliefs and Teachings: Christian Creation: Genesis 1, 2 and 3; The Role of the Spirit in Creation; Interpretations Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils' RE/RS education in general - which is what we're all here for!

Creative and visually engaging learning mat / revision sheet for Christianity: Practices: Sacraments (specifically looking at Eucharist and Baptism) Created with the WJEC / Eduqas RS GCSE in mind, though can be applied across specifications and qualifications. As an examiner for this specification, I have used what I know of the course to create this resource. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils' RE/RS education in general - which is what we're all here for!

Knowledge organiser for revision and information for the Theme of Religion, Human Rights & Social Justice, as part of the GCSE AQA syllabus. It includes key information; case studies and examples; Christian teachings; Muslim teachings; exam requirements and technique and key vocabulary. It can be used for independent revision, to aid a structured revision timetable and in lessons. My own students have these glued in their books and are encouraged to refer to them during our learning. At the end of the unit, students are asked to go over the statements and highlight (RAG) their knowledge and understanding of the topics, thereby revealing key areas for revision. Download as an A3 Word document as as an A4 PDF. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

This workbook is intended to cover approximately 10 hours of lesson time on the topic of: Who Was Jesus? - a combination of RS, History, Philosophy and Ethics. The workbook is intended for home-study or as homework to complement an existing unit. 24 page booklet in Word and PDF (for compatibility) Topics include: Who was Jesus? What was life like in Ancient Judea? The Romans & Crime and Punishment in Ancient Judea The idea of the Messiah Historical evidence for Jesus Was Jesus a Moral Teacher (Teacher of Wisdom)? Was Jesus a Political Liberator? Was Jesus the Son of God? Who was Jesus to you? There are a variety of knowledge, understanding and evaluation tasks throughout the workbook, including some research tasks. Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!

This topic summary booklet is intended for independent study or to aid revision for the topic of ‘Natural Law’ in the Religion and Ethics section of the course. Each booklet is downloaded as both a Word document and a PDF, for compatibility. This 14-page summary booklet specifically follow the requirements of the OCR A Level Religious Studies Spec, though they can be edited easily for other specifications. They explore appropriate AO1 (knowledge and understanding) followed by AO2 (analysis and evaluation), culminating in exam practise with a choice of four essay titles. The Summary Booklets can be used as lesson companions or as self-study/revision booklet. They are versatile resources for both class and home, and are especially useful in aiding progress via remote learning. Specification requirement: Aquinas’ natural law, including:  Telos o Origins and significant concept of telos in Aristotle and its religious development in the writing of Aquinas  Four tiers of law o What they are and how they are related  Precepts o What they are and how they are related, including:  Key precept (do good, avoid evil)  Five primary precepts  Secondary precepts Please give feedback! I am always happy to respond to comments - whether positive or constructive - this will help to improve the quality of my resources in the future and, more importantly, the quality of pupils’ RE/RS education in general - which is what we’re all here for!