Teaching religious education: primary and early years

McCreery, Elaine, Palmer, Sandra and Voiels, Veronica (2008) Teaching religious education: primary and early years. Learning Matters. ISBN 9781844451081

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Abstract

Many trainee primary teachers are uncertain as to the place and purpose of RE in primary schools. This book is designed to alleviate such fears and give trainees the security and confidence to teach RE effectively. Trainees are encouraged to recognise their own religious position and understand how they handle their own beliefs and commitments in the classroom. In addition, they will learn how to be sensitive to children's religious viewpoints, allowing children to share their beliefs in a secure and supportive environment. A range of strategies help readers to provide engaging and appropriate RE across the primary age phase.