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NEW interactive Life of the Buddha

sample of the new Interactive Life of the Buddha

Release date - Jan 1st 2009

Key Stage 2-3
8-12 years

A web-based resource:

  • 6 cartoon-illustrated video excerpts, retelling of the main events of the Buddha's life
  • section 7 explains the symbolism of the Buddha image
  • thought-provoking questions before and after each video clip
  • quizzes, games, activities
  • additional information for the keener student
  • can be teacher or pupil-directed
  • teacher can see students answers and make comments
  • helpful teacher's notes - here's a sample

cartoon of Buddha Meditating

Free trial gives you access to part one: the early life of the Buddha

go to trial section of Interactive Life of the Buddha

 

 

This resource will particularly suit those covering Buddhism in less depth, or under themes such as Spiritual Leaders or Heroes.

Topics covered include

cartoon of Siddhartha Practising Austerities

  • The story of Prince Siddhartha
  • The Enlightenment
  • Karma
  • The Buddha Image
  • The Last Days of the Buddha
  • The Spread of Buddhism
  • Meditation

Themes

Siddhartha Going Forth

  • Suffering
  • Turning points
  • Wisdom and kindness
  • Moving on
  • Making up your own mind
  • Impermanence
  • Human potential

 

Prefer to have the previous DVD instead?

We will continue to supply the DVD with 20-page teacher's handbook (on disc as pdf's).

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