Religion and Society

Research 

Research a religious pilgrimage (e.g., Hajj, Lourdes, Kumbh Mela). Create a one-page fact file including: 

What it is? Who goes? What happens? Why it’s important? 

Research the figure of Abraham in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. 

Create 

Draw or build a model (from Lego, card, or recycled materials) of a place of worship from any religion studied. Label key features and explain their significance. 

Create a comic strip retelling the story of Moses but set in the modern day (e.g., Moses freeing children from unfair school rules!). 
Focus on key themes: leadership, justice, and faith. 

Oracy 

Record a short podcast (2–3 minutes) where you introduce a religious leader (e.g. Moses, Jesus, Muhammad, Guru Nanak, or the Dalai Lama), explaining their key teachings and why they are inspirational. Include a “guest interview” with a family member or friend asking questions as if they were the leader. 

Prepare and deliver a 1–2 minute speech either agreeing or disagreeing with the statement: 
“You don’t have to be religious to be a good person.” 

Research 

Research someone who has stood up for human rights (e.g., Martin Luther King Jr, Malala, Desmond Tutu, Greta Thunberg). 

Write a short report including: 

Who they are? What they did? Why their actions matter?  

Links to religious or moral beliefs (if relevant). 

Research how different religions respond to the question: 
“If God is good and powerful, why is there suffering?” 
Summarise at least two different views (e.g., Christian, Hindu, atheist), including your own opinion at the end. 

Create 

Design a bold, eye-catching poster against discrimination (racism, sexism, ableism, etc.) including: 

A powerful slogan 

Quotes from religious teachings (e.g., “Love thy neighbour”) or Human Rights 

A real-world example (e.g., Rosa Parks, Malala Yousafzai) 

Create a comic strip or write a short story showing a character facing a moral dilemma (e.g., telling the truth vs. protecting someone’s feelings, or donating an organ to a stranger) - Highlight their thought process and consequences of their decision. Organ Donation Facts: Organ Donation with the Quizmaster 

Oracy 

Prepare and deliver a 2-minute speech either for or against the statement: 
“There is more evidence for science than for God.” 
Include points from the Big Bang, evolution, and religious arguments like design or experience. 

Choose one of the following dilemmas to discuss with a family member or friend. Record the discussion or write a summary of their views and your response: 

• Should rich countries be forced to help poor ones?
• Should prisoners be allowed to vote? 
• Is organ donation a moral duty? 

Research 

Research how at least two religions respond to crime and punishment. 

Include:

• Beliefs about justice and forgiveness 
• Views on prisons, the death penalty, or community service 
• Link to real-life case studies or campaigns (e.g. restorative justice)

Plan a realistic monthly budget for your future self (aged 25), earning £1,800/month. 

Include: 

• Rent, food, bills, savings, travel, and entertainment 
• A short reflection on the hardest choices and how values (religious or moral) influence spending 

Create 

Design a model, poster, or digital plan for an eco-friendly city of the future. Show how it protects the planet and animals while supporting human life. 

Create a “vision board” (digital or physical collage) showing your ideal future life: 

• Career and CV highlights 
• Budget goals 
• Life values (family, faith, helping others) 
• How you’ll stay healthy and addiction-free

Oracy 

Mini Debate: Record a 2-minute speech or host a debate at home exploring the question: “Should the justice system focus more on rehabilitation than punishment?” 

Include examples like youth justice or prison reform, and consider religious or humanist views. 

Role-play a panel discussion (recorded or written script) where three guests from different worldviews (e.g., Christian, atheist, Hindu) share what they believe about life after death. 
Bonus: Add a host who asks probing questions! H is for Heaven, Hell & Other Afterlives | A to Z of Religion and Beliefs | BBC Teach