This is a stand-alone lesson which introduces pupils to the First World War with a humanitarian and religious response. It takes the perspective of Faith in Action and how The Salvation Army supported people during WW1. These themes can be explored further on this webpage www.salvationarmy.org.uk/uki/primary-ww1

A lesson reflecting on the work of The Salvation Army during World War One and exploring The Salvation Army's stance on the morality of war.

A lesson exploring how The Salvation Army supported those in Britain during World War One.

Why is it called an army?.. is a lesson exploring the history of The Salvation Army, when it was started by William Booth during the Victorian era. Discover why there was a need for social action and how The Salvation Army helped the poor. Lesson 2 of 6. These resources provide an introduction to The Salvation Army through a range of lessons and activities. They are ideal to use in one-off lessons, or to introduce a longer topic looking at different aspects of The Salvation Army.

This is a stand-alone lesson which introduces pupils to the First World War with a humanitarian and religious response. It takes the perspective of Faith in Action and how The Salvation Army supported people during WW1. These themes can be explored further on this webpage www.salvationarmy.org.uk/schools/history

Lesson 3 of 4. Love in Action and in Truth explores the different types of war work men and women of The Salvation Army undertook to support soldiers. Part of a complete mini project based on the First World War. It covers the humanitarian aid given to soldiers abroad and in the UK. Pupils discover how and why The Salvation Army supported servicemen in a thought provoking yet fun and creative way. Includes opportunities for cross-curricular links.

Lesson 4 of 4. Heart to God and Hand to Man explores how Salvation Army chaplains supported soldiers on the front line, and reflects on the support given during WW1. Part of a complete mini project based on the First World War. It covers the humanitarian aid given to soldiers abroad and in the UK. Pupils discover how and why The Salvation Army supported servicemen in a thought provoking yet fun and creative way. Includes opportunities for cross-curricular links.

This is a stand-alone lesson which introduces younger pupils to the First World War with a humanitarian and religious response. It takes the perspective of Faith in Action and how The Salvation Army supported people during WW1. These themes can be explored further on this webpage www.salvationarmy.org.uk/uki/primary-ww1

Lesson 1 of 4. Love my Neighbour explores how The Salvation Army supported people in Britain, and asks the question how do you love your neighbour when there is war? Part of a complete mini project based on the First World War. It covers the humanitarian aid given to soldiers abroad and in the UK. Pupils discover how and why The Salvation Army supported servicemen in a thought provoking yet fun and creative way. Includes opportunities for cross-curricular links.

Lesson 2 of 4. I was a Stranger and You Welcomed Me explores how and why The Salvation Army supported soldiers near the front line in Salvation Army huts. Part of a complete mini project based on the First World War. It covers the humanitarian aid given to soldiers abroad and in the UK. Pupils discover how and why The Salvation Army supported servicemen in a thought provoking yet fun and creative way. Includes opportunities for cross-curricular links.

A lesson about William Booth, who started The Salvation Army during the Victorian times. This lesson looks at the life of William and explores the key points in his life. How and why did he turn his life around? How did his faith influence his actions? What are our own turning points in life? Links with ‘impact of a religious faith upon a person’, Faith in Action and the topic Victorians.

A lesson exploring how The Salvation Army supported those on the front line during World War One.

A presentation telling the story of the founders of The Salvation Army, William and Catherine Booth, and of how The Salvation Army started. These bright and bold graphics will appeal to younger children, but is also suitable for older children. Can be used as part of a lesson, or to support an assembly. As part of Religious Education - Faith in Action, or the History topic - The Victorians.

A lesson looking at Faith in Action, what William Booth and The Salvation Army did during the Victorian times. It explores what William Booth did and incorporates some of his famous sayings, for example ‘Soup, soap and salvation’. Pupils learn what it might have been like to live during the Victorian times. There is a range of follow-up activities including comparing what The Salvation Army did 150 years ago, to present day support. Suitable for ‘Faith in Action’, ‘Studying a Person of Faith’ and ‘Victorians’ topics.

An interactive assembly with lovely illustrations. Pupils learn about Catherine Booth (co-founder of The Salvation Army) and how she helped change the injustice around her. Inspire and challenge pupils to see what they can change in their own lives. This can easily be adapted for an assembly on Victorian women.

Ideal for independent learning, group work or use as posters. Fact sheets, puzzles, FAQs, images and news articles explains how and why The Salvation Army began. A fun, flexible and engaging way for your pupils to learn. Additional topics and videos are available on The Salvation Army website.