RE: Day of the Dead

Year 7 have had lots of fun studying 'Death and Mexican Day of the Dead as their second RE concept following the Living Difference Curriculum

Fantastic discussions have taken place and all pupils across year 7 are communicating respectfully with each other and learning to give and describe their opinion. They have learnt that with some topics there is no right or wrong, or black and white answer and it comes down to personal experience and personal choice. They have also learnt to think for themselves and that it's OK to have a different opinion from your classmates and that with some topics we all have different views. As long as we are respectful to others, it's OK to disagree.

We believe a practical approach to RE is not only engaging for pupils but really helps secure key vocabulary and extend discussions in a non-formal environment. Here are some photos of Year 7 setting up their Ofrenda. People create ofrendas (altars) to honour the deceased. The altars are a space to remember loved ones and light candles to guide the spirits.

The altars can include:

pictures of the deceased

* items they were fond of

* something to eat

* candles

* flowers

* gifts

Well done year 7!