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Hinduism
This section contains free worksheets,
flashcards, online activities and other educational resources to support
teaching and learning about Hinduism in Early Years, Key Stage 1 and Key
Stage 2. Some may be useful when delivering QCA Schemes of Work
for RE units 3B: How and why do Hindus celebrate Divali? and 4A: How and why do
Hindus worship at home and in the mandir?
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Summary
The religion of Hinduism originated in Northern
India about 4000 years ago. It has no known founder or prophets.
Hindus believe in one supreme spirit called Brahman. Brahman takes
on many forms that some Hindus worship as gods or goddesses in
their own right.
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| Hinduism
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BBCi:
Hinduism - Includes history,
worship, beliefs, holy days and customs.
Eeshvandana
- Well presented site for teachers and
students of KS3 upwards. Includes sections on Gods & Goddesses,
festivals, fasts, beliefs and Puja.
Hinduism
- Sections on festivals, Hindu life, gods
and beliefs.
Hinduism
for Children - Multimedia site
aimed at Key Stage 2 children.
Hinduism
for Schools - Largely text-based
site with sections which are differentiated for both primary and
secondary students.
Hindu
Kids Universe - Designed for Hindu
children. Includes prayers, language, culture, comics & stories,
quizzes & games and a parent's section.
Hindu
Resources Online - Hinduism portal
including news and links to other sites.
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| Recommended
Hinduism Book
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Hindu Mandir
Authors: Angela Wood
Synopsis: A guide to the Hindu place of
worship for Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
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| Browse
more Hinduism books - Click here
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Last updated: 11th March 2006
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