24 assemblies, based on paintings from the National Gallery, London, presented on overhead projector transparencies. Each assembly has both a religious theme and one based on human experience.

This title aims to give 7-11-year-olds an understanding of the Christian religion through a practical and experiential exploration of the moral and spiritual issues raised in Jesus' teaching in "The Sermon on the Mount".;Each issue raised is further illustrated by a parable or story from the Gospels... (more)

Around the world today the cross is, arguably, the one universally recognized symbol of the Christian faith, but this unifying sign for diverse Christian communities has been much adapted, decorated and interpreted to convey particular stories that are dear to the community from which they come. ... (more)

Presenting an analysis of today's storytelling and its cultural context, the book also provides a prediction of where our culture of storytelling is leading us as well as showing how stories can change and affect children's minds and lives.