Aim

To become aware that Jesus was a Jew.

Lesson

Begin by informing children that this half term they are going to be exploring the question 'Who is Jesus?' Invite them to consider how this topic is connected to the work they did last term on the Jews. Answer: Jesus was a Jew.

Use text to inform children about Jesus' life as a Jew.

Activity

Following discussion, groups of children could:

• use reference books to find out more about first century Palestine
• write a Jesus fact file
• look at different images of Jesus