Believing and Living Second Edition
No. of pages 128
Published: 2009
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This book is part of a book series called Wjec Religious Education .
There are 128 pages in this book.
It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.
This book was published in 2009 by Hodder Education .
Joy White is an initial teacher trainer and experienced RE author. Gavin Craigen and Joy White are Senior Examiners and experienced authors.
This book has the following chapters: 1. Our world The Big Picture What makes us human Why are we here? Religious teachings about the place and purpose of humankind in the world How did the universe begin? Why should we care for the world? 2. Relationships The Big Picture What commitments and responsibilities do we have? What is 'love'? What about sex? Religious marriage ceremonies What about the family? Happily ever after? Where should marriages take place? 3. Looking for meaning The Big Picture What is God like? The nature of God Symbolism and imagery Why do some people believe in God and some do not? How do people experience God? How do people respond to God through worship? What is the value of religion in a secular society? Is that it? 4. Is it fair? The Big Picture What is fair? Why are people prejudiced? Why do people treat others differently? Social responsibility and the media What do we need and what do we want? Appendix: Levels of Response Grids for Marking Index
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Our school use the Believing and Living textbook throughout years 10 and 11. The books provide well organised, colourful and relevant information to help prepare students for the final examination. Key words are highlighted clearly and the books contain important examination tips throughout. The 'test it out' questions at the end of each unit give students sound feedback on their progress. * Carly McKeown, Head of RE, Walton Girls' High School, Lincolnshire *
