2006-2007 Topics

2006-2007 Class Topics

PRE-K & KINDERGARTEN CLASS: SPIRIT PLAY

Spirit Play is an exciting new way of looking at religious education. This Montessori based curriculum teaches children about Unitarian Universalist culture, heritage, and values through stories.

1ST & 2ND GRADE CLASS: TREASURE HUNTING

Using the theme of treasure hunting in a concrete way, this curriculum involves children in the excitement of the search for the meaning of life. It addresses issues that children face daily, explores the meaning of UU principles and values, and emphasizes an accepting and caring community.

3RD & 4TH GRADE CLASS: WE BELIEVE

Building on the seven principles of UUism, this curriculum works on the very foundation of our faith. We Believe encourages participants to incorporate the Principles into their lives.

5TH & 6TH GRADE CLASS: YOU THE CREATOR

Creativity is unleashed as participants discover they are part of the creative forces in the world. Participants will gain a better understanding of their own faith through seven major themes, including: Religion & Creativity, Religion & Creative Arts, Arts & Creativity, Creativity & Self, Practical Creativity, Universal Creative Force, Creativity for All.

7TH & 8TH GRADE CLASS: COMPASS POINTS AND THE TWILIGHT ZONE

Youth will journey into a wondrous land whose boundaries are that of imagination. There’s a signpost up ahead. Your next stop: The Twilight Zone! Participants will learn about spirituality and morality through famous UU Rod Serling’s television show The Twilight Zone, and a wonderful brand new curriculum, Compass Points.

HIGH SCHOOL: OUR UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FAITH

Youth will learn how to express their faith through the Articulating Our Unitarian Universalist Faith curriculum. They will also learn about Our American Roots with a curriculum of the same name.