Special Times

			Special Times

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Honoring Our Jewish and Christian Heritages for Grades 1 and 2

Author: Betty Jo Middleton

Publisher: Unitarian Universalist Association

Pub. Date: 1994

Available From: UUA Bookstore

Theme and Description Acquaints children with the Jewish and Christian heritages and engages them in celebrating Jewish and Christian holidays and other "special times" such as the Shabbat/Sabbath, Thanksgiving, and everybody's birthday.

Goals for Participants

To appreciate our Jewish and Christian heritages
To understand and appreciate the special qualities of worship and celebration
To honor diversity and universality in religious traditions
To grow in Unitarian Universalist community and religious meaning-making.

Age Range Ages 6 to 7

Size of Group 10 to 12 ideal

Space Requirements A space large enough for the group to gather in a circle and for various activity centers

Number of Sessions 26

Length of Sessions 1 hour

Leader Training No special training required; two co-leaders recommended

Leader Preparation 2 to 3 hours per session

Strengths

Contains detailed, well-scripted sessions
Suggests engaging celebrations
Includes a variety of imaginative activities
Contains excellent teacher resources
Is appropriate for the developmental level of this age group.

Limitation Requires gathering a variety of materials for each session

Adaptability

Can be used with ages 6 to 8
Each session stands alone; session sequence can be modified.

Unitarian Universalist Values Addresses all the UUA Principles, particularly the inherent worth and dignity of every person; justice, equity, and compassion in human relations; acceptance of one another and encouragement of spiritual growth in our congregations; the right of conscience; and the goal of world community with peace, liberty, and iustice for all.