Re Session 2 Post Work

8/18/2019 Re Session 2 Post Work

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In pairs decide a possible class visit to a local place of worship. Develop a

possible visit sheet to support the class visit ensuring that it promotes quality

learning in RE.

PLACE:

BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Hindu Temple in

London.

RELIGION:

Hinduism

TOPIC:

Places of worship & / Hinduism

PURPOSE:

To visit the temple, see the midday arti ceremony, learn about Hinduism through resources, displays,

presentations and talks.

Aims:

Children to deepen their understanding of Hinduism and specifically develop their knowledge of the

Hindu place of worship. (AT1)

Pre Learning:

The children will be introduced to Hinduism using a storybook

Activities/ schedule:

What Where How Long (approx.)

Welcome & Introductory Address Reception 10 mins

Short presentation on Hinduism Assembly Hall 30 mins

‘History of the Mandir’ video Assembly Hall 15 mins

‘Understanding Hinduism’

exhibition

(if specified)

Exhibition 30 mins

Darshan

(viewing of the sacred images)

Upper Sanctum 15 mins

Arti Ceremony at 11.45am

(if applicable)

Note seating arrangements

especially

Upper Sanctum 20 mins

Q&A Assembly Hall or

Foyer

15 mins

Souvenir Shop Foyer 15 mins

TOTAL 2.5 hours

There are worksheets available for children to fill out during the session.

http://londonmandir.baps.org/the-haveli/souvenir-shop/http://londonmandir.baps.org/the-haveli/assembly-hall/http://londonmandir.baps.org/the-haveli/souvenir-shop/http://londonmandir.baps.org/the-haveli/assembly-hall/http://londonmandir.baps.org/the-mandir/art-and-architecture#mandaphttp://londonmandir.baps.org/worship/arti/http://londonmandir.baps.org/the-mandir/art-and-architecture#mandaphttp://londonmandir.baps.org/the-mandir/exhibition-understanding-hinduism/http://londonmandir.baps.org/the-haveli/assembly-hall/http://londonmandir.baps.org/the-haveli/assembly-hall/


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Post Learning:

(AT2) Reflect on what this visit has helped you to learn about Hinduism.

● What do you know now that you didn’t before the visit?

● What does taking your shoes off before you enter the temple say about Hinduism and respect?

● Were there any similarities or differences to other religions you have studied?

● What views do Hindus take on death? What is your opinion on their views?

● Did you notice any instruments or objects that they used and what were they for? Did they have a

specific name?● What did you observe about the arti ceremony? Is it similar or different to any other ceremonies

you know about?

● What were they wearing in the temple? What was the significance of this?

➢ Make a poster/document (using Thinglink, Padlet, Book Creator, Prezi or similar) to share your

response to these questions.

➢ Make Rangoli patterns, using rice, based on the main Hindu symbols found around the temple.

Photos of these could be taken and sent to the temple to support community cohesion and

networks.

Cross-curricular links:

ART: through the medium of Rangoli “produce creative work, exploring their ideas and recording their

experiences” (Department for Education, 2013).

ICT: “are responsible, competent, confident and creative users of information and communication

technology”


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Guidelines for the trip (as set out by the organisation):

£1.50 charge per child plus normal concessionary charge for teachers.

Dress Code

Strict dress code: Specifically, tops must cover the shoulders, chest, navel, and upper arms. Leg-wear must be

at least below knee-length.

Shoes

Remove footwear upon entering any part of the Haveli complex. Shoe racks are provided within the complex.

Security

Please respect the security procedures in place for the safety of all visitors. Sharp and dangerous objects are

not allowed inside the complex.

All bags and cameras should be left in the Baggage Cabin in the car park prior to entering the complex. Please

remember to collect your belongings when you leave.

Filming & Photography

Videos and photos – for personal use only – may be taken from ground level outside the Mandir and Haveli

only. Postcards and photographs showing the interior of the Mandir and Haveli can be purchased from the

Souvenir Shop .

For non-personal use, please seek permission by emailing [email protected].

Mobile Phones

Please switch off or place mobile phones on silent mode prior to entering the premises. Mobile phones must

not be used to take photos or video footage inside the complex.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed on the premises, including in the car parks. Please dispose of cigarettes in the bin

provided prior to entering the gates.

Food & Drink

No food or drink is allowed on the premises. Please discard chewing gum prior to entering.

Conduct

Refrain from touching the delicate carvings. The marbled areas in the Mandir are quiet zones.

Seating Arrangements During Arti Ceremony

All visitors are requested to adhere to the separate seating arrangements during the arti ceremony.

Children

Children must be under adult supervision at all times.

Parking

Free parking available for cars. Coach passengers are requested to alight outside the Mandir. Parking for

coaches is very limited.

Disabled Access

Ramps for wheelchair access and a lift inside the Mandir are available. Wheelchairs will be provided subject to

availability. For more details about accessibility, please see here.

http://londonmandir.baps.org/visit-us/school-visits/

http://londonmandir.baps.org/visit-us/school-visits/http://londonmandir.baps.org/visit-us/accessibility/http://londonmandir.baps.org/worship/arti/http://londonmandir.baps.org/the-haveli/souvenir-shop/http://londonmandir.baps.org/the-haveli/


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Possible worksheet questions and ideas:

● Sketch two pictures of the Gods that you can see in this temple?

● Can you describe the God and add any detail about them?

● What colours can you see in the temple? Why do you think they use those colours?

● Why do Hindus take their shoes off before entering the temple?

● What do Hindus wear when visiting the temple?

● What is another name for a hindu temple?

● What are the different parts of the temple called and what are they for?

● Pick anything in the temple and talk about why you have chosen it and what you think it might be.

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