Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Palestinian Israeli conflict

go to the following website:
http://israelipalestinian.procon.org/view.resource.php?resourceID=002491

Agree or disagree with the (3) questions presented

click on each of the questions and read through the opinions of those involved to develop your opinion

Cite which sources you base your opinion off of.

Thursday, May 19, 2011

Sikkhism Brochure

Using Word create a brochure on one of the following:

Khalsa (the5 K’s)

Festivals (choose 2)

The Gurdwara (a self tour guide)

Open a new word document using the project gallery. Search for brochure templates and select one from the choices.

You must include the information from the book as well as pictures and additional relevant information from internet sources.

Brochures need to be attractive (Mr. Neil would pick one up while visiting India)

Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Shinto Kami's and Shrines

Go to the following website: Shinto Shrine List

Read through the list of Shrines and Deities they are associated with. Select 5 Kamis and their shrines. Explain their significance to those who whorship them most closely.

Monday, March 28, 2011

Reading questions

Identify each of the following:
Rama and Sita
Hanuman
Sarasvati
Shiva
Rig Veda
Upanishads
Puranas
Ramayana
Bhakti
Bhagavad - Gita

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Kebaba!!!!

I am sending out permission slips Tuesday with students for a field trip on Thursday. I apologize for the short notice. Please sign the permission slip and return to me on Thursday before the trip. If you were not here on Tuesday please come by and pick one up before class Thursday. Students who do not have parent permission to leave school will not be allowed to go and will need to complete an alternate assignment at school.

Islamic Celebrations

Islamic celebrations
Research one the celebrations/festivals found on pages 78-79. Groups (in class) will present on Tuesday 3/15

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Islam questions (video)

1. Who was Muhammad and when did he receive his revelation? What is the Hijrah?

2. What is the Hadith? And how is it used?

3. Describe the Islamic idea of the Oneness of God. How is it different than Christianity?

Video Questions “The Hajj”

1. Why is Medina significant?

2. List the things pilgrims do to prepare for Mecca (individual and collectively)

3. What are the “tasks” to be fulfilled during the Hajj?

4. How have the Saudis dealt with the logistics of hosting the Hajj?

Here is the link to the video:

http://www.vbs.tv/watch/the-vice-guide-to-travel/mecca-diaries