Education is a societal matter and takes place in relation to societal changes. Today, in many countries, it has to grapple with diversity and differences brought about by migration and changes in gender relations. Questions of values, human rights and the role of religions are raised. In this book scholars from Sweden, Norway, Germany, Great Britain, Canada, Namibia and South Africa discuss the issues above. Similarities as well as differences are highlighted. The varied contributors engage in a North-South dialogue. Among the questions addressed are: Can the Scandinavian countries be understood as more religious than their up-to-date, seemingly secularist reputation has led us to believe? How do some European, Muslim, Christian and secular pupils understand the religious education they receive? Could a global citizenship education, with a gendered understanding as an integral part, be accomplished? 'Diversity' and 'social justice' what does it take to theoretically integrate these two crucial parameters in education, in South Africa, and in Sweden? The role of religious and values education under changing circumstances is explored through the diverse contributions, that also challenge the hegemony of a Western understanding of democracy, among other values. The purpose of this is to assess what could now constitute global educational common ground.

Children can sometimes ask challenging questions like Who created God? Where is heaven? Why does God let viruses take over? Can God do anything? Can He bring dinosaurs back to life? If God knows what I need, why should I pray?

It can be difficult to know exactly what to say to the thoughtful and sincere questions that children have. Bible Questions and Answers for Kids is a handy help for those times when it is difficult to know how to answer. Experienced children’s ministry teacher Dave Strehler provides age-appropriate and Bible-based answers to more than 80 questions children ask about God, faith and the Bible.

As children explore the answers to their most puzzling questions, they can answer the quiz questions throughout the book and find the answer to a mystery message. Get them interested in reading the Bible with short summaries on each of the 66 books. Each is accompanied by a key verse that is easy to memorize.

At the back of the book, two fun Word Search activities challenge kids to find all 66 book names.

Which Christian places or remains still exist in the UK today? And what do they tell us about how ancient Christians lived? This book takes a tour around of some of these places, giving a fascinating glimpse of how Christians built their houses and communities as well as why they are significant.

Organized into bite-size installments, this book is specifically designed to deepen the understanding and heighten the relevance of the weekly sidrah for the young adult and student generation. The book provides ethical and religious guidance for confronting the vicissitudes of life and handling of situations in which today's teenagers may find themselves. These novel, informative, and inspirational sidrah insights will also be studied and quoted by those who teach or address young people. The fruit of more than 40 years' experience in religious education at all levels and for all ages, Rabbi Dr. Jeffrey Cohen has written an accessible book underpinned by his belief that the Torah speaks to all.

Organized into bite-size installments, this book is specifically designed to deepen the understanding and heighten the relevance of the weekly sidrah for the young adult and student generation. The book provides ethical and religious guidance for confronting the vicissitudes of life and handling of situations in which today's teenagers may find themselves. These novel, informative, and inspirational sidrah insights will also be studied and quoted by those who teach or address young people. The fruit of more than 40 years' experience in religious education at all levels and for all ages, Rabbi Dr. Jeffrey Cohen has written an accessible book underpinned by his belief that the Torah speaks to all.

The Beginner's Bible Preschool Math Workbook will encourage young children ages 3 to 5 to grow in their faith and have fun while learning their numbers and number concepts, practicing fine motor skills, and more. A strong foundation in number sense directly impacts a child's success in math throughout their school career. The Beginner's Bible Preschool Math Workbook teaches number sense to your preschooler with a wide variety of fun educational activities! Parents will appreciate how The Beginner's Preschool Math Workbook: Provides preschool level practice of numbers and basic number sense Helps develop creativity and problem-solving skills Can be taken wherever you go-to church, to a friend's, or on the road Features activities designed to help children learn preschool math skills while also learning of God's love for them Children ages 3 to 5 will enjoy nearly 200 pages of educational activities: Writing numbers and number words Counting activities problem-solving comparisons and simple measurement Activities that promote number sense such as connect-the-dots, matching games, color-by-number, and more The simple, pencil-and-paper activities in The Beginner's Bible Preschool Math Workbook incorporate classic Bible stories and characters such as Adam and Eve, Noah's Ark, Moses, David and Goliath, the life of Jesus, and more. Get ready for your children to enjoy this interactive, Bible-story based approach to learning numbers!

The death of a grandparent is often a child's first encounter with grief. Why did this happen? What should I do? How do I feel? When a Grandparent Dies helps children to participate in the process of mourning, and to overcome the awkwardness that can often accompany the traditional grieving rituals and events. Drawing on psychology and Jewish tradition, this workbook guides children from the immediacy of shiva through the entire year of mourning. For ages 7 to 13, it combines sensitive, down-to-earth guided exercises with places to write, draw, list, create, and express feelings. When a Grandparent Dies gives children and parents a unique opportunity for sharing as they come to know more about themselves, their family, and the complexities of life and death.

An updated, expanded, edition of the popular textbook for student and practising teachers of religious education. It is a book for and about teaching and learning religious education in schools, which is a lively and open-ended subject, ideal for those wanting to explore how people understand the world, and how they live their lives. A wide range of religious and non-religious ways of life are explored. New to this edition are descriptions of more recent research on teaching and learning religious education from the UK, Europe, America, Asia, Africa and Australia. Also included are personal accounts written by pupils, teachers and researchers, giving voice to those learning and researching religious education in practice. As well as revising and extending every chapter of the first edition, there are brand-new chapters on: - the real lives of teachers and pupils in religious education - religious education around the world - spirituality - thinking about philosophy, truth, and religious education - ethics, rights, values and virtues - creativity and religious education. A key feature of the book is the 33 classroom activities for learners aged 7 to 18, which are also designed for use by student and practising teachers. These activities enable those studying and teaching religious education to be active researchers.

This series of rhyming parables follows on from Bob Hartman's Rhyming Bible, solidifying the brand

A peril-packed, crocodile-crammed, fun-filled adventure through ancient Egypt! Being whisked back to 1300 BC certainly wasn't on Henry's to-do list. Can he make his way through a new school, odd sports, unexpected friends and deadly pets, Egyptian style? And will he ever find his way back to the present day? Laugh-out-loud pictures on every page, a riotously funny story Cool hieroglyphics to crack from talented author-illustrator Thiago de Moraes From the creator of Myth Atlas and History Atlas

A powerful narrative by storyteller Bob Hartman that reminds baptism families and those getting baptised about the journey of God's Big Story, and welcomes those who are about to start out on their journey with God and become part of this great story. Celebrate the journey with God that began before time and will carry on forever as told in the Bible. A journey of God's love, forgiveness, gift of life forever, and his presence. A journey that those getting baptised join on their special day. A perfect gift not just for those getting baptised, but also for their families to share and celebrate with them.