Easter- symbols

Unit 2.4 Easter: How do Symbols help us to understand the story?

Christian Concepts
God – Creation – Fall – People of God – Incarnation – Gospel – SALVATION – Kingdom of God

The aim of this unit is to:

• give children an understanding that symbols are pictures or objects with a deeper meaning and a story to tell.
• extend pupils knowledge of the details of the Easter story.

develop pupil’s understanding of the importance of Easter and the concept of salvation.

Key Experiences

The Symbolism of the Paschal candle.
Look at a variety of crosses and make one.