Eight weeks of activity-based lessons focused on the life and teachings of the Buddha. Each lesson contains clear objectives, a materials and resources list, and step-by-step directions for the classroom teacher.

The intent of the unit is to use a study of Buddhism to fulfill the following larger goals:

• To help students develop an awareness and sensitivity to other cultures and religions, and
• to expose students to different religious experiences they may use as they shape their own spiritual paths.

Lessons are designed for people new to both Buddhism and the religious education classroom. While volunteer teachers should be able to apply the lessons with minimal preparation, those with more experience in classroom teaching and/or with Buddhism will be able to modify and adapt as needed/desired. Intended class time for each lesson is an hour.

This curriculum was developed by Rachel Brown and Becky Richardson, members of the First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis, with the support of Jan Devor, FUS DRE.

For more information, contact Rachel Brown