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Elementary, as listed in UUA Curriculum Map
Beginning Unitarian Universalism
Authorá Mary Ann Moore and Helena Chapin
Theme and Description Enables children to claim their religious identity as Unitarian Universalists. Arranged in 7 units based on the UU Principles and Purposes.
Author: Joan M. Hunt
Theme and Description Introduces elementary-age children to the central figures and stories in the Bible. Retells the stories in simple language; invites children to relate their own experience to the human values described in the stories. Arts and crafts proiects, games, and creative dramatics reinforce story themes.
Author: Tirrell H. Kimball
Theme and Description Promotes respect and care for the earth. Children learn to protect and care for nature and the environment and "to feel empowered to be part of the 'crew' on our spaceship Earth." Themes include natural resources, garbage handling and recycling, taking action, and celebration.
Author: Tirrell H. Kimball
Theme and Description Explores concepts of family, including non-traditional family structures. Seeks to give each child a sense of belonging and a sense that his or her family is unique, precious, and as real as any other.
Author: Margaret K. Gooding
Theme and Description Through a focus on Canadian Unitarian Universalist heritage, this curriculum engages participants in an exploration of their religious and cultural roots to provide a deeper understanding of Unitarian Universalism today. Includes the religious heritage of the local congregation, ideas of God,
Author: Mary Ann Moore
Theme and Description This year-long curriculum engages children in their own religious quests. Allows for personal decision making in the context of lively discussion and creative activity. Presents God images that are derived from the Jewish and Christian traditions, from several world religions, and from modern science.
Holidays and Holy Days, A Whole Year of Celebrations
Authors: Charlene Brotman and Barbara Marshman
Theme and Description In this program, participants learn about the origins and meanings of holiday and holy day celebrations. The authors state, "Holidays are the natural, age-old vehicle of religious socialization. Their festivities tell a story which children absorb with delight, through experiences far more than through words. Decorations, colors, costumes, dances, lights, songs, foods, festivity, gifts, excitement, pageantry, solemnity, ceremony, and ritual-it is of these that tradition is woven, that memories, beliefs, values, fears, hopes, and reverence are transmitted. A holiday is not something to talk about... it's something to DO." The program is divided into three calendar sections: fall, winter, and spring.
Experiences in Native American Spirituality
Author: Tirrell H. Kimball with Gina Orlando
Theme and Description This program teaches young people the need to revere and preserve all living things. While it draws on the authors' understandings of Native American spirituality, it is not a study of Native American cultures and religions. Experiential in approach, it uses ceremonies and rituals, myths and stories, song and dance, and arts and crafts.
In Our Hands, A Peace and Social Justice Program, Grades 4-6
Authors: Barry Andrews and Pat Hoertdoerfer
Theme and Description Provides opportunities for children to explore their own knowledge and feelings about peace and iustice. Helps children learn about various concepts of peace and justice and explore how to promote peace and justice within themselves, in their relationships with others, in their roles as Unitarian Universalists, and as human beings on our earth.
The Life and Teachings of Jesus
Authors: Donna Wheelock and Judith Hoehler
Theme and Description Explores the events of Jesus' life, his teachings, and the customs of the times. Offers opportunities for discussion, activities for enrichment, and celebrations.
A Values Oriented Unitarian Universalist Curriculum Based on the Hebrew Scriptures for Upper Elementary Children
Authors: Cheryl Gibbs Binkley and Jane M. McKeel
Theme and Description Based on two interrelated scriptural themes: the development of monotheism and the meaning of covenant. Focuses on the major people and events of the Hebrew scriptures by portraying responsible, positive, and noble ways of life, and looks at how we view ourselves, others, and all of creation. Provides a Unitarian Universalist and humanist perspective on a cornerstone of Western religion--Judaism. Participants are encouraged to consider a "covenant of being"--a promise of goodness and opportunity that life should bring to all, as they answer such questions as "What is OUT part in such a covenant!" and "What would it mean to live responsibly within that vision!"
Authors: Cynthia Berg and Judith Hoehler
Theme and Description This introduction to the life and times of Moses includes a beginning study of the Bible, the concept of covenant, the Ten Commandments, and a Seder meal.
A Stepping-Stone Year, A Program for Eight to Ten Year Olds
Author: Margaret K. Gooding
Theme and Description This program is based on the premise that religion helps people find answers to important life questions and that a religious community can help people in their search for answers. Units include Beginning Myths, Stories Science Tells Us, The Wonder of Birth, Adventures of Our People (American, Canadian, and English UUs), Wonderings About Death, and Making Decisions.
Timeless Themes, Stories from the Hebrew and Christian Bibles for Grades 3 and 4
Authors: Nannene Gowdy, Mary Ann Moore, and Mariorie Skwire
Theme and Description Introduces children to religious literature that is central to North American culture and to Unitarian Universalist heritage. Children become familiar with their cultural heritage, and to the human issues that inspired these scriptures--the timeless themes of transcendent power, human responsibility, love of freedom, speaking out against injustice, respect for the beliefs of others, love of one's neighbor, and forgiveness. The Bible stories are taught from a UU value structure. God is referred to as "God," not "he." The stories, drawn from the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible, are gender-inclusive. Violence is not avoided, but recognized and used to guide participants toward an understanding of non-violent ways to resolve conflicts.
Travel in Time, Unitarian Universalism for (;rades 5 and 6
Author: Lois E. Ecklund
Theme and Description Uses the imaginative device of time travel to help participants explore their religious identity. Participants learn about the origins of Unitarian Universalism in North America and the lives of individuals, past and present, who exemplify our faith.
Up, Up, and Away, Universalist Journeys for Ages Eight to Ten
Author: Margaret K. Gooding
Theme and Description An opportunity for children to learn about the religious values and commitment of the men and women who helped spread Universalism throughout the North American continent.
Richard S. Kimball
Theme and Description Creativity is unleashed, as participants discover they are part of the creative forces in the world. Seven major themes include Religion & Creativity; Religion & Creative Arts; Arts & Creativity; Creativity 8e Self; Practical Creativity; Universal Creative Force; Creativity for All. Basic ideas are repeated throughout the curriculum for deeper understanding.
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