Signposts - Lessons for living
Signposts: Lessons for Living' is a collection of lessons, including stories, activities and photocopiable worksheets. It is written by teachers, for teachers and addresses issues related to self-awareness, world religions, social justice and the environment.
All lessons can be applied to the English curriculum and either S.E.S.E. or S.P.H.E. Drama, visual arts, music and dance are integrated throughout.
"It's a real treasure trove of ideas, materials, stories and activities....I think it will be a great resource for any primary teacher."
-Dr Patricia Kieran, Lecturer in Religious Education, Mary Immaculate College, Limerick.
"...includes lively stories delivered in an upbeat, child-friendly manner with engaging and attractive activities....This well-researched book is a welcome addition to any teacher's or school's resource library."
-InTouch Review, September 2010
Sneak Peak
What makes a good friend?
Class will make suggestions as to what qualities make a good friend. These will be recorded on a flip chart or board. Class can then vote as to which are the top five qualities that make a good friend.
Friendship Bracelet
Children can work individually or in pairs to make a friendship bracelet. This can be done with embroidery thread, wool, fabric, plastic string etc. Children can braid or twist the material and then tie the ends to secure them. All the children’s names go into a ‘hat’. Each child draws a name from the ‘hat’ and makes a friendship bracelet for that person.
Themes
Social Justice
Self-Awareness
The Environment
Religious Education
Authors:
Anita Dermody, Fionnuala Ward and Elisha Kelly