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Student Textbook

• Covers the entire new Junior Cycle Religious Education course in a one-book format
• Content covered in a neutral manner to appeal to students of all faiths or of no faith and is suitable for mixed-ability groups – in line with the new specification
• The three elements of enquiry, exploration and reflection and action are highlighted throughout the textbook and the student activity book
• Shows which Statements of Learning and Key Skills from the Junior Cycle Framework are covered in each chapter
• Learning Outcomes are at the beginning of each chapter to encourage Assessment for Learning (AFL)
• Each of the three strands are clearly explained at the start of each section
• Wellbeing indicators are highlighted in each chapter
• Language is student-friendly and features a Literacy Library to explain difficult words and concepts, linking to the DES National Literacy and Numeracy Strategy
• Engaging examples from the modern world such as the artist Stormzy (English rapper), Malala Yousafzai (young woman who won a Nobel Peace Prize in 2014 aged 17) Cian Lynch (Limerick hurler) and Ariana Grande (singer) are used to explain concepts
• Carefully graded questions including probing question suggestions to challenge more able students
• Includes activities suitable for Classroom Based Activities (CBAs) and Assessment Task
• Reflective activities are provided at the end of each chapter
• Vibrant illustrations, photographs and easy-to-follow icons for weblinks and group work, etc.