Religious Studies - Term 1 - Week 9

Kindness means being friendly, generous, and considerate to others. It is an important value in many religions. In this lesson, we will look at how different religions teach us to be kind. For example, in Christianity, the Bible teaches us to love our neighbors as ourselves. In Islam, kindness is shown through helping those in need. Let's explore these teachings together!

Let’s look at some examples of kindness. In Buddhism, there is a teaching called 'Metta,' which means loving-kindness. This means wishing happiness for all living beings. Imagine if you helped a friend who was sad by sharing your toys. That is an act of kindness! Can you think of other examples of how we can be kind, like helping someone with their homework or sharing food?

Now, let’s have a discussion. I will ask you some questions, and I want you to think about your answers. How can we show kindness at school? What are some kind things you have done for others? Let’s share our ideas with the class. Remember, kindness can be as simple as a smile or helping someone who is struggling.

For your independent practice, you will create a 'Kindness Journal.' On the first page, write down three kind things you can do this week. On the next pages, draw pictures of you doing these kind acts. You can also write about how it made you feel to be kind. This will help you remember to practice kindness every day!

• Being mean to others
• Being friendly and helpful
• Ignoring others
• Being selfish

Answer: Being friendly and helpful

Kindness involves being friendly and helping others, not being mean or selfish.

• Buddhism
• Christianity
• Hinduism
• Atheism

Answer: Christianity

Christianity teaches us to love our neighbors as ourselves, which is a key principle of kindness.

Answer: Helping a friend with their homework.

Helping others is a great way to show kindness and support.

• A type of food
• A teaching about kindness
• A place of worship
• A holiday

Answer: A teaching about kindness

'Metta' means loving-kindness and is an important teaching in Buddhism.

• Sharing your toys
• Helping someone who is sad
• Ignoring a classmate
• Complimenting a friend

Answer: Ignoring a classmate

Ignoring someone is not an act of kindness; it is important to acknowledge and support others.

Answer: Happy and fulfilled.

Being kind often makes us feel good inside and brings happiness to ourselves and others.

• Helping those in need
• Being rude to others
• Ignoring the poor
• Only helping friends

Answer: Helping those in need

Islam teaches the importance of helping those who are less fortunate and being kind to everyone.