Year 6 – What difference does the resurrection make to Christians? – Sticky Knowledge

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The Year 6 Unit 40 lesson plan, ‚”What difference does the resurrection make to Christians?‚ is designed to deepen pupils‚” understanding of the Christian belief in the resurrection of Jesus and the transformational impact it has on Christian life and faith.

The unit begins by examining the Easter story, particularly focusing on the resurrection narratives from the Gospels. Pupils explore how these events are understood by Christians as the foundation of their faith‚-proof that Jesus is the Son of God, that death is not the end, and that forgiveness and eternal life are offered through Jesus‚” victory over sin and death.

Pupils engage with the idea that the resurrection is not just a historical claim, but a living belief that shapes Christian attitudes, values, and choices today. They explore how the resurrection gives hope, motivates acts of service, and strengthens belief in new life and transformation. The concept of spiritual rebirth, central to Christian baptism and worship, is also introduced.

The unit encourages ages children to think critically about beliefs, evidence, and worldview. They are invited to discuss how different Christians may interpret the resurrection differently‚-some more literally, others more symbolically‚-yet all seeing it as profoundly significant.

Reflection activities help pupils consider their own views on life after death, change, and forgiveness. The unit supports religious literacy, philosophical thinking, and emotional insight by connecting the Easter story to real-life challenges and moral choices.

Overall, this unit equips pupils to understand why the resurrection matters so deeply to Christians, and how it continues to influence their beliefs, actions, and sense of purpose.