I love this prayer – that I ‘borrowed’ from the Christmas Service at St John’s Cathedral – so I gather it was written by Dean Peter Catt. (Thank you Dean Peter!) I have changed the ending – to make it suitable for schools. May the joy of the angels The eagerness of the shepherds The […]
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The Making of a Mens...
Mensch is the Jewish term for a person of honour or integrity. A ‘mensch’ would be someone who is kind and considerate. Rabbi Neil Kurshan has written a book called “Raising Your Child to Be a Mensch”. He suggests that a “mensch” is a person who acts with self-control, humility and thoughtfulness. A mensch realises […]
Would your students ...
What child doesn’t like a robot? Please let me introduce Boris the Robot! If you are looking for a creative, fun way to engage and involve your students and bring ‘heart’ to students’ development then Boris is your man – or should I say, your Robot! The lovely Boris is the creation of Dave Hill. I have […]
What does it have to...
In the context of religious education, teaching character possibly serves to make this subject more meaningful and relevant. When character is our cornerstone in the classroom, the students are able to connect their lessons to their own lives easily and purposefully. There is so much research in to the profound effects of Character Education. It […]
Be Wise – A Philosop
“Use knowledge in life giving ways.” If you could have a ‘favourite’ Habits of Heart – I am thinking this one – Be Wise – would be high on my list. (Maybe ask your students to think about which Habit of Heart is resonating with them as you begin your lesson.) “Philosophy in the Classroom” […]
Habits Create Charac...
“Gratitude is both an emotion and a character trait,” according to the wonderful authors of a fabulous new book, ‘Character Toolkit for Teachers’. Written by Elizabeth Wright and Frederika Roberts, this book should be on every teacher’s desk! This great book is the practical toolkit we all need as we focus on character education in […]
Proverbs meet Habits...
Have you had a chance to explore Habits of Heart with your classes yet? It is such a powerful framework for focussing your students’ learning and growth around Christian values and character. I have been looking at ways to link our Religious Education learning with strategies that develop deep and critical thinking, while also making […]