Exploring Easter Heroes and Challenges
Year 3 Religious Education Understanding Christian faith through stories 50 minutes of discovery
What is Easter?
A very important celebration for Christians Remembers Jesus and his followers Happens in spring each year A time of both sadness and joy
Who are the heroes in your favorite stories?
Think about stories you love What makes someone a hero? Do heroes ever feel scared or make mistakes?
Meet Peter - A Follower of Jesus
Peter was Jesus's close friend He was brave and wanted to help He promised to always stay with Jesus But something difficult happened...
Peter's Difficult Choice
Understanding Peter's Feelings
Work with a partner How do you think Peter felt when he was scared? Have you ever felt too scared to do the right thing? What would you say to help Peter feel better?
The Brave Women at Easter
Mary Magdalene - stayed close to Jesus Mary, Jesus's mother - showed great love Other women - were loyal and caring They didn't run away when things got scary
Even heroes find faith hard sometimes
Peter made a mistake but Jesus still loved him The women showed great courage Everyone faces difficult choices What matters is trying to do what's right