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Introduction to the Graphic Novel Maus

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students begin reading the graphic novel "Maus". Using the Internet, they discover fundamental differences between Judaism and Christianity. Using excerpts from the novel, they identify animal metaphors used for nationalities and ethnic...
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An Introduction to Islam and Muhammad

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students view a video regarding Islam and take notes on the video as they watch it. They complete a vocabulary sheet, timeline sheet, and worksheet regarding what they learned about Islam.
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POLITICS AND RELIGION: Targeting Faith When It Counts

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research current articles about the influence of religion on the presidential election of 2004.
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Understanding Islam

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students discover the religion of Islam by reading about it and answering questions. They examine the history and development of the religion. They finally analyze what happen to the religion in the future.
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Exploring the Soul of India

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Young scholars use websites to obtain information on the relationship between religion and current issues in India. They compare the information with pre-20th century India.
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Working to Overcome Stereotyping

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students design and conduct a survey to develop an understanding of the challenges inherent in changing attitudes and overcoming stereotypes about the Muslim religion and culture. They create multimedia presentations of the findings.
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Separation of Church and Class?

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Young scholars examine the changing socioeconomic status of the evangelical Christian population in the United States. They discuss the relationship between class and religion in American society.
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World Religion Word Search

For Students 6th - 8th
Although this world religion word search offers little academic value, it includes several lesser-known religious terms (including Fatalistic, Shintoism, and Mahayana), some of which are difficult for learners to spell. In that sense,...
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World Religions

For Students 5th - 7th
Although this world religion word search offers little academic value, it includes several lesser-known religious terms (including Confucianism, Tripitaka, and Rig Veda), some of which are difficult for learners to spell. In that sense,...
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World Religion Word Search

For Students 5th - 7th
Although this world religion word search offers little academic value, it includes several lesser-known belief systems (including Rastafarianism, Zoroastrianism, and Baha'i), some of which are difficult for learners to spell. In that...
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Religion in Rome

For Students 2nd - 4th
Delve into ancient Roman religion using this informational graphic organizer! Historical context begins with brief descriptions of the gods Mars, Jupiter, and Neptune. The images may lack authenticity here. They then read about how...
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Issues and Ethics

For Teachers 9th
Awakening young scientists to the notion of ethics and its impact on developing topics, such as biotechnology, will be simple if you use this basic PowerPoint summarizing some of the current controversial practices.    
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The Lamb Theme of Religion

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this literary analysis activity, students consider the comments made about religion in William Blake's poem, "The Lamb." Students read an overview of the poem's symbolic content, then respond to five questions in which they reflect on...
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Animal Farm Theme of Religion

For Students 8th - Higher Ed
In this reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 3 short answer and essay questions based on themes in All Quiet on the Western Front. Students may also complete their choice of 3 reading activities suggested.
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Modern Culture and Society

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders investigate different cultures by comparing the United States to Europe. In this social structure lesson, 6th graders discuss the economies, religions, languages and cultures in the Americas and Europe and define their...
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How Should We Treat Other People?

For Students 7th - 12th
In this religion learning exercise, learners answer short answer questions about the religion they are studying. Students answer 11 questions.
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Dying to be a Martyr

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars evaluate different religions related to Israel and analyze why the Middle East conflict began and still continues today.  In this religious studies lesson students discuss religion and explain why groups sometimes turn to...
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Islam in America

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students explore religion and culture. In this Social Studies instructional activity, students recognize differences in both the Muslim and global communities. Students will explore new vocabulary and engage in 6 different activities.
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Religion and the First Amendment

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students examine the First Amendment and religious freedom. In this freedom of religion lesson, students prepare and present an arts-based project about religious freedoms.
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From Athena to Zeus: Digital Stories Through the Eyes of Greek Gods and Godesses

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Practice creating digital presentations based around Greek Mythology. Your class will create digital books dedicated to individual Greek Gods.  They will utilize their photography skills and multimedia labs to create a digital experience...
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The History of Religion

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students learn about the two main types of religions.  In this religion instructional activity, students define religion and learn about early religion as well as religion in the west.  Students define animism, polytheism, pantheism,...
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Religion - Sikhism

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students investigate Sikhism. In this Sikhism lesson, students research the different aspects of this religion. They work in small groups to research details about Sikh practices, language, and culture. They design a presentation such as...
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Evolution vs. Intelligent Design

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders explore the arguments surrounding evolution versus intelligent design have affected relationships among people of different religious backgrounds.  In this ethics lesson, 9th graders determine whether relationships among...
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I Am the New Year

For Teachers 7th - 11th
Learners read and learn a prayer for the New Year. In this New Year prayer lesson, students read the verses about hope for the New Year and the prayer.