6th Grade Religion Handouts

Shine a Light this Fall Season! Pass out these Candy Grams on or with your choice of Candy. You could also pass out to your friends and neighbors as you receive candy. Print, Cut out and use to tell others about God’s Love!

This was inspired by my Bible Lesson: Shine Your Light for Jesus!

These cards will help your students learn the order of the Stations of the Cross.

This document contains 3 different versions of the same game. There are small circles for a unique game, or the rectangle cards are available if you’d rather have these cards a consistent size and format with the other Lent games that I have available.

➳I have...who has...: Reinforce Lenten vocabulary and trivia.

➳Sort the Lent Events: A fun sequencing game to learn the events of Holy Week.

We all know that kids learn best through fun and games, and these cards will help students to remember the order of Jesus' Passion, as well as connect images and meaning to the walk to Golgatha.

You can choose the version with adorable clip art, or plain cards for older kids. Print, laminate, cut out, and you're ready to play!

1st Station: Jesus is condemned to death

2nd Station: Jesus carries His cross

3rd Station: Jesus falls for the first time

4th Station: Jesus meets his mother

5th Station: Simon of Cyrene helps Jesus to carry his cross

6th Station: Veronica wipes the face of Jesus

7th Station: Jesus falls the second time

8th Station: Jesus meets the women of Jerusalem

9th Station: Jesus falls a third time

10th Station: Jesus clothes are taken away

11th Station: Jesus is nailed to the cross

12th Station: Jesus dies on the cross

13th Station: Jesus is taken down from the cross

14th Station: Jesus is laid in the tomb

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Do you need more Stations of the Cross Activities?

Active Stations of the Cross for Kids

Early Reader Booklet with tracing and coloring

Presentation Outline and Performance Task for High School Students

Are you looking for some fun activities with a Biblical theme to fill in extra minutes during the day? Are you looking for something to do in the down time that your kiddos have this summer? Then these word search puzzles are just the thing! Word lists contain between 29 and 39 words that are spelled forward and backward vertically, horizontally, and diagonally.

What's included?

This PDF file contains color and black-and-white PDF files for each of three different word searches. Themes include Old Testament Books of the Bible, New Testament Books of the Bible, and New Testament Biblical Characters. An answer key is included for each.

Share your faith from the start with this unique Christian Meet The Teacher Handout Template!

Colorful, cute and meaningful!

Save yourself time by using this Editable template for your back to school needs.

This would be great for an open house, parent night, send home on the first day of school (or even Sunday School). Snag this at a great low price and use year after year!

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•This resource is a great tool to help students build their understanding of vocabulary, topics, and people. Students can work independently or with groups and discuss “what is the best” or “who would win” as they work their way through the bracket.

•The thought and discussion will lead to deeper understand of the person or vocabulary word. The learning is in the discussion, not the conclusion.

•Be creative about the prompt you give to students. Examples are included, but feel free to make adjustments. Perhaps your students will have fun debating which Gift of the Holy Spirit is strongest in their favorite cartoon character.

•There are brackets with the topic and prompts completed as well as blank brackets that you or students can complete based on the current topic/lesson.

•There is also a writing page so students can process their discussion and practice putting their ideas into more formal language and writing.

This is a zip file with a PDF that is ready to use and a PowerPoint file that you can edit to add your own topics.

These topics have pre-made brackets so you can print and teach!

• Liturgical Calendar: Ordinary Time, Lent, Advent, Easter, Christmas, Holy Week, Holy Days of Obligation, Daily Mass
• Fruit of the Spirit: Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Chastity, Self-Control
• Gifts of the Spirit: Wisdom, Knowledge, Understanding, Fortitude, Piety, Fear of the Lord, Counsel
• Sacraments: Baptism, First Communion, Eucharist, Confession, Confirmation, Holy Orders, Marriage, Anointing of the Sick
• Male Saints: Saint Anthony, Siant John Bosco, Saint Martin de Porres, Saint Damian of Molokai, Saint Paul Miki, Saint Francis, Saint Charles Lwanga, Saint Maximilian Kolbe
• Female Saints: Saint Josephine Bakhita, Saint Anne, Saint Therese of Liseaux, Saint Katharine Drexel, Saint Kateri, Saint Felicity, Saint Francis of Rome, Saint Gianna Molla

Incorporating a debate graphic organizer into your classroom not only encourages critical thinking but also fosters collaboration among students. As they engage in discussions, students learn to articulate their thoughts clearly while considering opposing viewpoints. This approach helps them develop essential skills such as reasoning, persuasion, and respectful discourse, which are invaluable in both academic and real-world settings. By utilizing this graphic organizer, educators can create a dynamic learning environment that empowers students to explore diverse perspectives on various topics, including the lives of saints and significant events in the liturgical calendar.

This debate graphic organizer is designed to adapt seamlessly to different subjects and themes, making it a versatile tool for any classroom. Whether focusing on the Fruit of the Spirit or comparing the significance of various sacraments, students will find the brackets engaging and easy to use. This flexibility allows teachers to customize the prompts based on their lesson plans, ensuring that students remain interested and invested in the discussions. By allowing them to contribute their ideas and topics, you can enhance their connection to the material and encourage ownership of their learning experience.

Discussion starters are essential for igniting meaningful conversations in the classroom. The prompts included in this resource are designed to provoke thoughtful analysis and reflection on key concepts, such as the Gifts of the Holy Spirit. As students debate which gift resonates most with them or their favorite characters, they not only deepen their understanding of the gifts but also explore their personal values and beliefs. This connection between faith and learning is particularly beneficial in Catholic education, where discussions about saints and virtues can help students internalize their faith and grow spiritually.

Encouraging students to use the writing page included in the zip file allows them to reflect on their discussions in a more formalized way. Writing helps consolidate their thoughts and enhances their ability to communicate effectively in written form. This exercise complements the verbal debates and serves as an excellent opportunity for teachers to assess students' understanding and writing skills. By incorporating writing assignments alongside the graphic organizer, educators can create a holistic learning experience that encompasses multiple modes of learning and expression.

Finally, this debate graphic organizer serves as an excellent resource for integrating technology in the classroom. The accompanying PowerPoint file allows teachers to customize their lessons easily, making it a fantastic tool for remote learning or hybrid classrooms. With pre-made brackets and editable prompts, educators can tailor the content to suit their students' needs and interests. By embracing modern teaching methods, you can foster an engaging and interactive learning atmosphere that keeps students excited about exploring topics related to Catholic saints, liturgical seasons, and essential virtues.

Celebrate your students with these Fruit of the Spirit certificates! Award kids with one of the printable and editable award certificates provided for each of the fruit of The Spirit! Each certificate lists the fruit of the Spirit with a fruit image, Bible verse, and lines for the student’s name, date, and teacher’s signature. There are two options for the fruit images. One has a smiley face, one does not. They are useful for any grade level!

This the PERFECT resource for:

•Sunday School

•Homeschool

•Christian School

•Children's Church

• Fruit of The Spirit Activities

Fruit of the Spirit Classroom Awards Included:

Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness. Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness and Self Control

A print-and-write version and an editable fill-in and print version are provided for each one!

These Bible based, Christian certificates are great for various occasions:

•End of the year awards,

•End of Fruit of the Spirit lesson/unit

•End of VBS, Sunday School,

•Anytime you notice these qualities in a student!

Students will choose one of the following pages of scripture and create blackout poetry. They will select words to create a phrase that will be featured as their poetry. After creating the poem, they will color the rest of the page, leaving only the key phrases uncovered.

Students can create traditional blackout poetry and use a black marker to cover the rest of the page. They could also choose to draw a picture of the passion or resurrection over the words to convey more meaning.

The pages all contain words from Matthew 26 and 27 which tell about Jesus’ passion and death. There are different fonts available to give the students more choice in their assignment.

When I assign this project, I ask the students to use these sad words to create a positive poem, reflecting the glory of the resurrection, and then draw a resurrection image over the words. This helps the students reflect on the sadness of Jesus’ death, but also to focus on the purpose of His sacrifice and the goodness and grace that came from His death.

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Assignment Description

Rubric

34 Pages for Blackout Poetry

This activity is a great introduction or follow-up to my Lent Bundle of games, guided notes, PowerPoint, and a test. I love to use this toward the end of the unit so students can reflect on the deeper meaning of all the content that we’ve been covering.

Objective: Reflect on the words of scripture and create a poem and artwork to communicate some of the meaning of Jesus' death and resurrection.

Choose a page of words from Matthew 26 & 27.

Create a poem by selecting words from throughout the page. Most poems will be about 10-20 words long. The poem does not need to rhyme—it will be free form poetry.

Feature the words of your poem so the reader will read your poem, but not the rest of the words on the page. You can leave your selected words blank, draw a box around each word, or color your poem in one color and color the rest of the page with other colors.

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Cover the rest of the page with color. You could draw a picture covering the page, or ‘blackout’ all the other words on the page by neatly coloring the entire page with one color.

Additional Ideas for Lent Blackout Poetry:

1. Collaborative Projects: Encourage students to work collaboratively to create blackout poetry on larger sheets of paper, combining multiple pages of scripture. This promotes teamwork, discussion, and a collective interpretation of the text.
2. Multimedia Elements: Integrate technology by having students use digital tools to create blackout poetry. They can use graphic design software, apps, or even incorporate audio elements to enhance their artistic expression.
3. Reflection Journals: Pair the blackout poetry activity with reflective writing. Ask students to journal about their choice of words, the process of creating their poem, and the emotions they experienced during the activity. This helps deepen their personal connection to the scripture.
4. Gallery Walk: Organize a gallery walk where students showcase their blackout poetry. This provides an opportunity for the entire class to appreciate and interpret the diverse perspectives and creative expressions of their peers.
5. Cross-Curricular Connections: Connect the blackout poetry activity to other subjects, such as history or theology. Discuss the historical context of the scriptures or explore theological concepts related to Jesus' sacrifice, making it a more interdisciplinary learning experience.

Benefits of Lent Blackout Poetry:

1. Critical Thinking: Analyzing and selecting words for blackout poetry requires careful consideration and critical thinking. Students must delve into the scripture, discerning which words carry the most significant meaning for their intended positive message.
2. Artistic Expression: This activity allows students to express themselves artistically, whether through traditional blackout methods or by incorporating drawings and images related to the passion and resurrection. It caters to various learning styles.
3. Spiritual Reflection: Lent is a time for introspection and spiritual growth. The blackout poetry project provides students with a unique opportunity to connect emotionally and spiritually with the scriptures, fostering a deeper understanding of the Easter narrative.
4. Creativity: The open-ended nature of blackout poetry encourages creativity. Students can experiment with different fonts, colors, and artistic elements, making each creation a unique representation of their interpretation.
5. Integration of Technology: By incorporating digital tools, students gain valuable skills in technology and design while adapting a traditional concept to the modern classroom.

By expanding on the traditional blackout poetry approach, educators can elevate the impact of Lent blackout poetry, fostering a richer and more engaging learning experience for students.

If you're not ready for the Lent Bundle--check out these resources.

➳I have...who has...: Reinforce Lenten vocabulary and trivia.

➳Sort the Lent Events: A fun sequencing game to learn the events of Holy Week.

Visit Catholic Kids Bulletin each month for more Bulletins!