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The Caste System in India

For Students 9th - 11th
It's so important to help our pupils understand different societies and lifestyles found around the globe. They will read a very brief explanation of the traditional Caste system in India, answer 10 comprehension questions, and analyze 5...
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Hinduism- Caste System Simulation

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students examine the Hindu caste system. In this religious studies lesson plan, students participate in a classroom simulation where they represent the castes of Hinduism and take part in a rebirth ceremony. 
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The Beliefs of Hinduism: K.A.R.M.A.

For Teachers 7th - 11th
In this beliefs of Hinduism study guide worksheet, students read a brief overview pertaining to religion and then respond to a reflection question.
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Diwali Doorway

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students research Diwali, an important Hindu holiday in India. They identify authentic graphic designs that are common symbols used during the Diwali Festival of Lights. Afterward, they create a block-printed doorway decoration that is...
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On Being Hindu...and American

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students explore the concept of acculturation. In this cultural diversity lesson plan, students examine how second generation Hindu-Americans have adjusted to life in the United States.
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Chalkboard Challenge: The Five Major Religions

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Employing a game format, this Jeopardy-influenced game provides questions to help learners review information related to the study of world religions. The questions involve an exploration of the Hindu, Jewish, Christian, Islamic, and...
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Honoring Ganesha in India

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Learners explore the legends about Ganesha, Hindu art, and examine Hinduism. Using foam board as a base, they decorate the panel in the style of Hindu art. Students color the shape of Ganesha's elephant head and crown. They use glitter...
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Bengali Scroll Paintings

For Teachers 1st - 10th
Learners, after researching diverse cultures, art forms, and celebrations around the world, explore and study India's Hindu population that celebrates Diwali with colorful scrolls. They make similar paintings and assess this cultural art...
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Muslim-Hindu Conflict in India

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore the Muslim-Hindu conflict in India. For this religion and ethics lesson, students collaborate to research the history of the Muslim-Hindu conflict in India. High schoolers examine primary and secondary sources and...
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Early Civilizations of Ancient India

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Taking your class through one of the richest and most influencial histories on earth, these slides detail the development and characteristics of Indian culture. Full of pictures of ancient relics, maps of migration and settlement...
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Angkor What? Angkor Wat!

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students investigate one of the largest religious structures in the world, Angkor Wat, a temple in Cambodia. The temple's place in Southeast Asian history, its history and the migration of ideas of both Hinduism and Buddhism is examined...
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Hinduism

For Students 9th - 12th
In this online interactive world history learning exercise, students answer 10 multiple choice questions regarding Hinduism. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Diwali-Hindu New Year

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students demonstrate their understanding of the themes and symbols that are associated with Diwali. They participate in a service project centered on spreading good luck and fortune in their community.
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Hinduism and Buddhism

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students compare and contrast beliefs of the Hindu and Buddhist religions.
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Hindu Gods Batik

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students identify the major Hindu gods and describe the relationship between them. They examine symbols and determine their meanings. They create a batik of a Hindu god of their choice and research them.
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The God Ganesha

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Students are introduced to Indian Art in the form of carvings and metal sculptures of the god Ganesha. They comprehend the meaning behind the Hindu beliefs of Lord Ganesha. Students draw Ganesha's likeness to the best of their ability.
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On Being Hindu....and American

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders explore the religion of Hinduism.  In this Religion lesson, 7th graders illustrate how people from one country adapt to a new country.  Students predict the future status of Hinduism in the United States. 
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The Monkey Dance: Exploring Balinese Culture

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students explore Balinese culture. In this Balinese integrated fine arts lesson, students listen to a podcast of "The Monkey Dance," taking notes about important features of the dance. Students participate in a jigsaw cooperative...
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The Noble Eightfold Path

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Learners gain an introduction to Buddhist teachings about moral behavior by exploring a depiction of the Buddha and by writing a speech inspired by their interpretation of the Noble Eightfold Path.
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Mandala Geometry

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Learners compare and contrast symbols and images in traditional Buddist and Hindu mandalas and choose several symbols that have meaning to them. They assess the spiritual beliefs and representations in traditional creation of this art...
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Hindu Festival - Let's Celebrate Diwali

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students explore characteristics, roles and cultural expressions of Indian community in New Zealand. They describe traditional practices of Diwali Festival, collect and record information, design open-ended questionnaire, create Diwali...
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A Comparative Study on Heroes in Hindu and Anglo-Saxon Cultures

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students research Hindu and Anglo-Saxon religions and cultures. They research legends and myths about Hindu and Anglo-Saxon religious and cultural heroes. They write a comparison and contrast essay on the two cultures and their heroes.
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Religion in Social Change: What's God Got To Do With It?

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students determine how religion influences social change. In this religion and social change lesson plan, students examine how the religious beliefs of Mohandas Gandhi and Martin Luther King, Jr. were inspirational as they worked to...
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Nataraj Shiva as Lord of the Dance

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars considers the piece of artwork entitled, The Nataraj, Lord Shiva and Lord of the Dance to visualize several of the most important ideas of Hinduism.