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| h | Experience of Life | Biblical content according to age and development |
| h | h | Something Else! Modules 1-4
1st edition |
| 1 | Communication
Although their thinking and reasoning skills are maturing, these students are often inarticulate with adults. However, they can be quite vocal in group endeavours, with high expectations of themselves and others. |
An exploration of communication is focussed by the question 'Jesus: who is this man?'. God's redemptive love is revealed in Jesus and the events of Easter. |
| Growth
& Change
Transition from childhood to adolesence brings great physical, emotional and intellectual changes, and a greater awareness of the potential of life and the reality of death. Learning to live with change is an important life skill. |
The human life-cycle is characterised by change. Students hear that God can nurture and sustain life as they reflect on their experiences of grief and loss. Jesus taught that death does not have the last word. | |
| 2 | Self & Identity
Students' increasing understanding of themselves as separate from their families raises questions of identity and personal worth. As they seek to understand who they are, young adolescents look for credible role models. |
Issues of identity are explored in the light of the Biblical claim that human beings are created and loved by God. Stories of people like Simon Peter, Onesimus, and Zacchaeus illustrate human characteristics and potential. |
| Relationships &
Friendships
Relationships with peers are becoming increasingly important and complex. Students need guidance in developing skills and attitudes to help them deal constructively with the conflict between self-interest and the needs of others. |
The role of forgiveness in resolving conflict and developing good relationships, and challenges to integrity are examined in the story of Joseph and his brothers. | |
| 3 | Choice & Responsibility
The consequences of choices are being recognised as students learn to make responsible decisions. Conscious of issues of justice and honesty, students seek practical solutions to problem situations. |
Failure to behave responsibly is a common human experience, with inevitable consequences. Choosing a new direction involves a change of attitudes and actions, as David discovered. |
| World & Action
Students' sense of adventure and their expanding understanding of time and space, and an appreciation of archaeology, genealogy and time lines fosters a growing interest in making a meaningful contribution to the world. |
Students discover peoples' motives as they consider why people work to change the world. For some, like Noah and Esther, it is an expression of faith in action. God's continuing involvement brings hope for the future. | |
| 4 | Community
The various familial and cultural backgrounds of students provide a rich heritage from which to form new assocaitions. However, they may need to be encouraged to value their own and others' experience and understanding. |
Sacred stories from the Bible, such as the story of Abigail and parables and events from the life of Jesus, represent and communicate important truths which can be told in a variety of cultures and idioms. |
| Creativity & Celebration
Competence in skills and interests that require patience and practice enable students to pursue their ideals creatively. They vigorously plan and particpate in community and personal celebrations of achievemnts. |
Students research different celebrations and observances of faith and belief, and consider ways to express their personal achievements and attitudes creatively. Christmas is a joyous time of the Church year. |
| Religion In Life® curriculum framework |
| An overview of the Religion In Life® curriculum framework |
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In Life® curriculum framework charts
Prep - First year at school Ages 6 - 8 Ages 8 - 10 Ages 10 - 12 Ages 12 - 14 |
| Table of Religion In Life® programs |