The Salvation Army has teamed up with the New Covent Garden Food Co and is challenging children and adults to take part in a very special Soup Kitchen Challenge on Friday 27th November 2009. We're inviting you to organise a soup lunch to raise money for The Salvation?Army&'s work with people who are homeless or in need. It&';s easy to take part and a great way to make a difference this Christmas. The Soup Kitchen Challenge Schools Pack includes an assembly outline, classroom activities and everything else you need to take part in Soup Kitchen Challenge.

Inspire your pupils to explore the Christmas story with three powerful images of Mary, Joseph, and the baby Jesus in a modern setting. Use these vibrant engaging images as a quick starter to a lesson, a group discussion or the main focus of a lesson. What if Jesus was born today? How would the story change? Explore why Christians believe God sent his son to be with ordinary people. Resources include Primary (KS2) and Secondary Lesson Ideas, a Modern Christmas Story Planning Sheet and Bible Verse cards. These resources are easily adapted: for a range of age groups, a simple and fun look at a Modern Christmas, or for exploring the Christmas story in depth.

A lesson looking at Faith in Action, what William Booth and The Salvation Army did during the Victorian times. It explores what William Booth did and incorporates some of his famous sayings, for example ‘Soup, soap and salvation’. Pupils learn what it might have been like to live during the Victorian times. There is a range of follow-up activities including comparing what The Salvation Army did 150 years ago, to present day support. Suitable for ‘Faith in Action’, ‘Studying a Person of Faith’ and ‘Victorians’ topics.

This is a stand-alone lesson which introduces pupils to the First World War with a humanitarian and religious response. It takes the perspective of Faith in Action and how The Salvation Army supported people during WW1. These themes can be explored further on this webpage www.salvationarmy.org.uk/schools/history

The Salvation Army is… is a lesson introducing to The Salvation Army. Investigate key words and the purpose behind a corps building (Salvation Army church). Lesson 1 of 6. These resources provide an introduction to The Salvation Army through a range of lessons and activities. They are ideal to use in one-off lessons, or to introduce a longer topic looking at different aspects of The Salvation Army.

Some of the difficulties faced 2,000 years ago by the people in the Christmas story are still affecting thousands of people today. Explore the Christmas story by using images created with current newspaper headlines alongside the Bible text. This resource is inspired by a set of four Christmas posters created by The Salvation Army. Includes creative ideas for how the images could be used in RE , Literacy, Drama and Humanities lessons.

‘A Cry in the Darkness’ is a resource from The Salvation Army’s International Development Unit to help educate people and raise awareness of the issues surrounding HIV and Aids. The resource includes an assembly, lesson and workshop ideas, films, songs and more. Visit www.salvationarmy.org.uk/globalissues or contact us for a free DVD-Rom.

This is a stand-alone lesson which introduces pupils to the First World War with a humanitarian and religious response. It takes the perspective of Faith in Action and how The Salvation Army supported people during WW1. These themes can be explored further on this webpage www.salvationarmy.org.uk/uki/primary-ww1

This lesson gives students the opportunity to explore what human genetic engineering is and what the possible advantages and disadvantages are. Pupils will be able to express their own opinions on this area and will also investigate The Salvation Army’s standpoint on human genetic engineering

In this lesson students will explore some of the causes and consequences of damage to the environment. They will also explore what The Salvation Army believes about humanity’s responsibility to care for the environment as well as investigating the biblical teachings that support their point of view.

This interactive sensory story introduces pupils to the First World War. It takes the perspective of Faith in Action and how The Salvation Army supported soldiers during WW1. These themes can be explored further on this webpage www.salvationarmy.org.uk/uki/primary-ww1

A lesson about William Booth, who started The Salvation Army during the Victorian times. This lesson looks at the life of William and explores the key points in his life. How and why did he turn his life around? How did his faith influence his actions? What are our own turning points in life? Links with ‘impact of a religious faith upon a person’, Faith in Action and the topic Victorians.

A presentation telling the story of the founders of The Salvation Army, William and Catherine Booth, and of how The Salvation Army started. These bright and bold graphics will appeal to younger children, but is also suitable for older children. Can be used as part of a lesson, or to support an assembly. As part of Religious Education - Faith in Action, or the History topic - The Victorians.

A resource about homelessness and the work of The Salvation Army. Using colourful illustrations and simple language and concepts, we hope to help pupils understand why people become homeless, how it feels to be homeless and what The Salvation Army is doing to help homeless people rebuild their lives.

Ideal for independent learning, group work or use as posters. Fact sheets, puzzles, FAQs, images and news articles explores how and why The Salvation Army helps people who have no home. A flexible and engaging way for your pupils to learn. Additional topics and videos are available on The Salvation Army website.

Lesson 1 of 4. Love my Neighbour explores how The Salvation Army supported people in Britain, and asks the question how do you love your neighbour when there is war? Part of a complete mini project based on the First World War. It covers the humanitarian aid given to soldiers abroad and in the UK. Pupils discover how and why The Salvation Army supported servicemen in a thought provoking yet fun and creative way. Includes opportunities for cross-curricular links.

Lesson One of a two-part lesson for 11-16 year olds exploring who refugees are and how The Salvation Army seek to help refugees in the UK. There is a Citizenship focus but it has optional RE extension tasks to develop the lesson into a cross curricular learning session. Lesson 2: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/refugees-on-the-move-12131077 This lesson is part of a 6-part resource exploring homelessness, refugees and anti-trafficking. The lessons aim is for students to have an improved opinion and understanding of people who are experiencing homelessness, trafficking or who were refugees. Students will also learn how they can have an impact on these people lives as citizens, whilst delving into The Salvation Army’s work and values.

A lesson for 14-16 year-olds about the causes and consequences of gambling. The lesson also explores The Salvation Army's standpoint on gambling.

How do you show God’s love?.. explores what The Salvation Army does to support people. Pupils reflect on how they can support one another. Includes a fun Blockbuster style quiz which recaps on key words about The Salvation Army from the six lessons. Lesson 6 of 6. These resources provide an introduction to The Salvation Army through a range of lessons and activities. They are ideal to use in one-off lessons, or to introduce a longer topic looking at different aspects of The Salvation Army.

Lesson Two of a two-part lesson for 11-16 year olds exploring homelessness and how The Salvation Army seek to help people experiencing homelessness. There is a Citizenship focus but it has optional RE extension tasks to develop the lesson into a cross curricular learning session. Lesson 1: www.tes.com/teaching-resource/homelessness-right-up-your-street-12158543 This lesson is part of a 6-part resource exploring homelessness, refugees and anti-trafficking. The lessons aim is for students to have an improved opinion and understanding of people who are experiencing homelessness, trafficking or who were refugees. Students will also learn how they can have an impact on these people lives as citizens, whilst delving into The Salvation Army’s work and values.

Why is it called an army?.. is a lesson exploring the history of The Salvation Army, when it was started by William Booth during the Victorian era. Discover why there was a need for social action and how The Salvation Army helped the poor. Lesson 2 of 6. These resources provide an introduction to The Salvation Army through a range of lessons and activities. They are ideal to use in one-off lessons, or to introduce a longer topic looking at different aspects of The Salvation Army.