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Religions of the World - Understanding Cultural Beliefs

Diverse spiritual traditions, hands-on cultural discovery, and creative digital design—all in one powerful course.

Why Choose This Course?

Explore the vital connection between geography and world religions through cultural research, hands-on culinary experiences, and creative digital design that build global empathy and cultural awareness.

Learning Goals

High-Altitude Adaptation: Journey to the remote village of Dingboche at 4,410 metres to discover how Sherpa communities adapt to extreme mountain environments, utilizing local resources and traditional staples like Dal Bhat for survival and nutrition.


Explore Spiritual Connections: Investigate the fascinating history of world religions—including Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, and Judaism—and examine how diverse geographical landscapes shape sacred architecture, like stupas, and cultural traditions across the globe.


Create and Reflect: Step into the roles of ethical thinkers and creators by designing a symbolic cultural T-shirt, crafting a universal 'Values Poster' inspired by the Dalai Lama, and collaboratively cooking traditional Dal Bhat to understand cultural nourishment.


Publish Your Discoveries: Bring cultural research and hands-on creativity together using Canva to design an engaging "Religions of the World" chapter for your 'Cultures Around the World' book!

Key Information

United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s)

  • All of our courses empower students to take action towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals for a better world. This course specifically focuses on the goals shown below.

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Ages:  Year 3 upwards


Course Duration: 1 Week


Time per Lesson: 60-90 mins


Key Curriculum Areas: English, Mathematics, HSIE, Ethical Understanding, Critical Thinking, Design


Teacher/s:  Gavin McCormack

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