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Teaching the Easter Story

For Teachers 4th - 8th Standards
If you are looking for a secular approach to teaching about Easter, this may just be the resource for you. Pupils read a paraphrased text depicting the last supper, arrest, and crucifixion of Jesus Christ as told in the Bible,...
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Curated OER

The Old Man and the Sea: Concept Analysis

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Use a helpful concept analysis guide when planning your unit on Ernest Hemingway's The Old Man and the Sea. The resource covers plot elements, literary themes, and possible issues to address in order to make the work accessible...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Chronology of the Life of Jesus

For Students 9th - 10th
Encyclopedia entry on the life of Jesus presented as a chronology of his life's events. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated around 1910.
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The History Cat

The History Cat: Christianity

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the Christian religion, the province of Judea, the story of Jesus, belief system, persecution by the Romans, the spread of Christianity, and the different Christian sects that have evolved.
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Other

Rowan University: Mark, the Evangelist

For Students 9th - 10th
This article looks at the life and writings of St. Mark, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, and an author of the Gospel.
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Other

Brigham Young: An American Hero

For Students 9th - 10th
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints gives an overview of the life of Brigham Young, his accomplishments, and his conversion to Mormon faith.
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Other

Islamic Kids: Prophet Isa (Jesus)

For Students 9th - 10th
Discussion on the life and deeds of the prophet Jesus according to Islamic tradition and the Qur'an. Includes several quotes from the Holy Qur'an and is useful for comparative study of Christianity and Islam in terms of their opinions on...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: St. Peter, Prince of the Apostles

For Students 9th - 10th
A long and detailed article about the life and ministry of Peter according to the New Testament. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: St. Thomas the Apostle

For Students 9th - 10th
This article traces the life and gives the traditions surrounding St. Thomas, one of Jesus' twelve apostles. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: St. Philip the Apostle

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from The New Advent describes the calling and life of St. Philip, one of Jesus' twelve apostles. This site includes links to sites with related information. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference...
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Other

The Latter Rain: Essenes

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the Essenes' beliefs, way of life, relationship to the Dead Sea Scrolls, and similarities to both Judaism and Jesus' teachings.
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Maria De Agreda

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the life of Maria de Agreda and the impact of one of her works "Divine History of Mother of God." Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Judas Iscariot

For Students 9th - 10th
A long and detailed sketch of the life and religious significance of Judas Iscariot. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated around 1910.
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Early Historical Documents

For Students 9th - 10th
This site describes the different written accounts of Jesus, his life, and ministry from various ancient manuscripts. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of...
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: St. Bartholomew

For Students 9th - 10th
This site. which is provided for by the Catholic Encyclopedia, gives an overview of the life and religious significance of Bartholomew and his discipleship. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and...
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Other

Rowan University: John, Apostle and Evangelist

For Students 9th - 10th
An excellent introduction to the life and ministry of John, a Discliple of Jesus.
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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: St. Mark

For Students 9th - 10th
This article looks at the life and work of St. Mark, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, and an evangelist, or author, of a Gospel. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the...
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Luther Seminary

Bible Tutor: Mary Magdalene

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from The Bible Tutor provides a brief overview of Mary Magdalene with biblical references to the information we know about her life. Links are also provided for additional information on related people.