Author: Amanda McGarrigle

Year 3 Term 1— People of God
What kind of world did Jesus want?

Background Information
This unit has a focus on the Old Testament, looking at Genesis and concentrating on Noah. Many of the Biblical characters are also important in other religions. The ‘ Big Story’ of the Bible sees many of God’s actions as showing people how to live and have a good relationship with him. There is an emphasis on promises and covenant between God and his people. The covenants show people correct beliefs, attitudes and behaviours that are appropriate for being in a relationship with God, but they also show what they can expect from God.

Genesis 6:5–9:17

In this unit the children will be able to …
Make clear links between the story of Noah and the idea of covenant.
Make simple links between promises in the story of Noah and promises that Christians make at a wedding ceremony.
Make links between the story of Noah and how we live in school and the wider world.

By the end of this unit….
All children can:
Describe the links between the story of Noah and the idea of covenant. (T)
Most children will:
Explain the links between promises in the story of Noah and promises that Christians make at a wedding ceremony. (I)
Some children will:
Compare and explain the links between the story of Noah and how we live in school and the wider world. (C)

Key Vocabulary
God
Noah
Covenant
Old Testament
Genesis
Wedding
Christianity
Promises
Symbol