Learning Outcomes

The child will be enabled to:

• Understand the main beliefs of Buddhism
• Observe and discuss important Buddhist symbols
• Become aware of meditation as a key practice of Buddhists
• Explore and discuss the story of Buddha/origin of Buddhism
• Participate in the guided Lotus meditation

Introduction

Students will participate in a mystery picture quiz to arouse their interest in the topic.

A total of three pictures will be used for the introduction.

Teacher will assist in identifying and using specific vocabulary to describe the pictures following the quiz; Buddhha statue, Lotus flower, and temple.

Development

Students will listen to the story of Buddha and discuss. Following the story, students can complete a drawing activity of the main symbols of Buddhism covered in the power-point.

Teacher should ensure the significance of the main symbols of Buddhism are highlighted regularly throughout and after the story.

Plenary

Students will complete a guided Lotus meditation under instruction from the teacher.