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 childrens 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.

RE in England and Wales: the law, the curriculum and attainment targetsEncountering religion: issues and principlesPrinciples into practiceLiterature, literacy and REDeveloping thinking skills in REThe contribution of RE to childrens personal and spiritual development and well-beingRE in the Early YearsPlanning in REAssessment in REAppendix: Introductions to six world religionsBibliographyIndex