Green Faith: How Religions Care for the Planet! A Thought-Provoking, Creative, and Interactive RE Unit: Key words: Religious Education (RE) lesson plan Environmental education Religion and the environment Caring for the earth in different religions Green religion Eco-friendly religions Climate change and religion Faith and environmentalism RE unit on sustainability Ethics and the environment Step into an exciting exploration of how different faiths and philosophies approach caring for the environment! This engaging unit takes students on a journey through Hindu, Jewish, Christian, and Muslim beliefs about protecting the earth while also considering non-religious perspectives. What’s Inside? Hands-On Learning : From creating a giant “Green Religion” tree to designing persuasive magazine articles, students will bring their ideas to life! Deep Thinking : Thought-provoking discussions on Ahisma, stewardship, and climate justice activists. Critical Debates: Is it ever okay to kill an insect? How do artists inspire environmental change? Real-World Connections: Discover eco-friendly festivals, sacred texts, and modern-day environmental activism rooted in faith! Unit Overview: Lesson 1: Hinduism & the Environment Explore the Hindu belief in ahimsa (non-violence) and atman (divine spark in all beings). Discover how Hindu traditions encourage protecting the planet. Resources: Flipchart, Happy Cows video, priest response sheets, A3 paper Lesson 2: Judaism & the Environment Dive into Jewish teachings on stewardship, Tu B’Shevat (the Jewish “New Year for Trees”), and eco-conscious artists like Diane Burko. Resources: Flipchart, Torah quotes, plant worksheets Lesson 3: Comparing Religious & Non-Religious Views How do different faiths approach environmental responsibility? What do non-religious people believe? Create a “5th Box” to compare perspectives! Resources: Flipchart, worksheets for different belief systems Lesson 4: Building the ‘Green Religion’ Tree Time to get creative! Students summarize their learning by writing eco-friendly actions on leaves and attaching them to a large classroom tree. Resources: Flipchart, large paper tree, leaf templates Lesson 5: What Can We All Do? Take inspiration from different faiths and brainstorm practical ways anyone can take care of the planet. Resources: Twinkl PPT, flipchart, magazine article template Lesson 6: Persuasive Writing - Magazine Article Students write an engaging magazine article explaining five ways people can protect the planet, using religious and non-religious perspectives. Resources: Flipchart, article template, example layout Perfect for KS2/KS3 RE and PSHE! This unit promotes critical thinking, creativity, and ethical discussions—encouraging students to reflect on their role in caring for our planet. Get ready to inspire the next generation of eco-warriors!

“Becky’s Bright Idea” – A Thought-Provoking Philosophy & Ethics Lesson Introduce your students to critical thinking, innovation, and ethical debates with this engaging philosophy and ethics lesson, supported by an interactive flipchart to guide discussions and deepen understanding. Based on the true story of Becky and her Glo-Sheet invention, this lesson encourages students to explore happiness and well-being, the value of ideas, and the ethics of patents through stimulating discussions and real-world dilemmas. Key Questions Explored: What should Becky do next? What makes people truly happy? Should inventions always be patented? Is it fair to patent life-saving medicine? Perfect for KS2 & KS3 in Philosophy, Ethics, STEM, and PSHE, this lesson sparks deep thinking and debate while keeping students engaged through storytelling, interactive questioning, and a dynamic flipchart to support learning.