8th Grade Religion Scaffolded Notes

Do your students know all the people and places of the Resurrection? This Unit is a great way for students to dig into the Word and find a deeper understanding of Easter.

•This all-inclusive unit contains everything you need to teach about Easter, Jesus’ resurrection, doubting Thomas, Ascension, Pentecost, and other appearances of Jesus that are important in the study of early Christians.

•The lesson plans include a printable and editable packet of work that can be completed independently, or collaboratively. Students will read the bible, summarize passages, answer comprehension questions, and complete graphic organizers about the information.

•Students will learn critical vocabulary and use problem-solving skills to think about examples and non-examples for resurrection, apostles, disciples, speaking in tongues, baptize, and other words. Students will also reflect on the Great Commission and work to memorize John 20:29.

•This unit uses the Bible as a textbook and students should be able to complete the packets independently if you need to use this for distance learning. The quizizz link would work as an online test.

Unit Includes…

•8-page Student Packet & Answer Key

•Memory Verse

•Vocabulary

•Bible Summary, Comprehension Questions, and Graphic Organizer

•Graphic Novel Template

•Study Guide

•30 Question Test & Answer Key

•Memory Verse Sorting Cards

•Word Wall Posters for Unit Vocabulary (Do you want to buy ONLY the Word Wall? Click here!)

•Links for online review activities at Quizlet, Quizizz, and Kahoot.

***All resources are included as PDFs and editable PowerPoint files, there is also a link to the student pack as editable google slides which can be used for distance earning.

Ideas for Easter

Easter: I Have Who Has

Easter Seek & Find Game

This Resource Includes PDF & PowerPoint of…

•4 page student packet full of readings and activities to engage with the information

•Answer Keys for packet

***This is a small part of a larger Church History Unit that can be found here.

The Packet Contains…

• Councils reading passage to introduce the Council of Nicea
• Nicene Creed fill-in-the-blank worksheet
• Nicene Creed worksheet where students analyze the meaning of the prayer and connect it to Catholic Doctrine and teachings
• Council of Trent reading and table analyzing the difference between Catholic and Protestant beliefs

Ideas for Using This Resource:

• Interactive Learning: Use the reading passages and worksheets to spark interactive classroom discussions about the historical impact and theological significance of the Councils.
• Group Activities: Divide students into groups to analyze the Nicene Creed and present their findings to the class, promoting collaborative learning and deeper understanding of Catholic beliefs.
• Comparative Analysis: Utilize the table from the Council of Trent section to help students create visual charts comparing Catholic and Protestant beliefs. This visual approach can make complex theological differences more accessible and easier to understand.

Who Should Use This Resource: This resource is ideal for middle school teachers, religious education instructors, and catechists who want to provide their students with a structured and engaging way to learn about key events in Church history. It is also well-suited for homeschool parents who wish to integrate Church history into their curriculum. The clear and accessible format of both the PDF and PowerPoint makes it versatile for classroom use, group activities, or remote learning environments.

Incorporating this resource into your Church History curriculum can help students gain a solid understanding of the Councils of Nicea and Trent, the Nicene Creed, and their impact on Catholic doctrine. By using these engaging activities, you can enhance students' comprehension and appreciation of Church history, making these significant historical events more relatable and memorable.