Harvest Festival -  Christianity:  saying thank you for the harvest
LO: To explore how and why Christians give thanks to God during Harvest Festival.    

How do different religions show they are thankful to their God?
Over the Spring Term we will be looking at this question but today we are focusing on ...

Christianity:
What is Harvest Festival? 
Recap the importance of gratitude as discussed last week. Explain that we will be looking at some of the ways Christians show thanks to God. 

Today we will explore the importance of Harvest Festival and how Christians give thanks to God. 
Read through powerpoint slides and watch bbc video (both links are below this section)
Explain what Harvest is and discuss how it is celebrated.

Examples: 
Christians give thanks for the crops that have been harvested safely.
Christians give thanks for the food.
Christians give thanks for the world God created.
Christians give thanks for the variety of food and all that helps it grow.

Activity: The children are going to create their own Harvest basket.

Think about what they could put in their basket to give away to others who are less fortunate. Discuss your ideas as you create your basket. 

Next Steps: Discuss 

Why do Christians celebrate Harvest Festival?
How do Christians celebrate Harvest Festival?
How to Christians show gratitude during Harvest festival?
 

Video about Harvest Festival