Jesus and His Kingdom of Equals
An Interdenominational Curriculum for 4th - 7th Grades
on the Life and Teachings of Jesus
Cheryl Gibbs Binkley & Jane Mitchell McKeel  Jesus and his Kingdom of Equals
introduces students in grades 4 to 7 to an interpretation of the historical Jesus based on contemporary biblical research, principally from the Jesus Seminar.
In thirty-three weekly lessons students experience an unfolding narrative of a Jewish reformer who saw through the hypocrisy and elitism of first-century Roman
Palestine. This itinerant sage brought a message of affirmation and egalitarianism to oppressed and powerless Galileans and described a kingdom of love,
not in the future but already present in the hearts of people.Drama, simulations, crafts including clay and weaving, songs, social service initiatives,
and other creative hands-on activities reinforce values concerning such teachings as respect for all, sharing worldly goods, conflict resolution, friendship, and forgiveness. Cheryl Gibbs Binkley
teaches special education in Fairfax County, Virginia, and has a background in drama, music, research and writing.
Jane Mitchell McKeel
taught junior and senior high English in Asia, South America, and Africa, ending her teaching career in Northern Virginia. Both authors have
spent several years as religious educators in the Unitarian Universalist tradition. Retail Price: $50.00 — Become a Westar Institute Member and receive a 20%
discount off the retail price.
Companion Videotape — Jesus Among the People — $24.95 — Westar Members receive a 20% discount off the retail price.
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Paperback, 304 pages
Illustrations, Music, Games
2001 ISBN 0-944344-84-4 Copyright |
