Why does Christmas matter to Christians? 

Recognise that Incarnation is part of the ‘Big Story’ of the Bible (A1)	I know that Jesus’ birth is part of the ‘Big Story’ of the Bible
Tell the story of the birth of Jesus and recognise the link with Incarnation — Jesus is ‘God on Earth’ (A1-3)	I can re-tell the story of Jesus’ birth  I know that God coming to Earth as baby Jesus is also part of the ‘Big Story’ I can discuss the signs that Jesus is a king
Give at least two examples of ways in which Christians use the nativity story in churches and at home; for example, using nativity scenes and carols to celebrate Jesus’ birth. (B1&2) (Challenge)	I know that Christmas is celebrated by Christians in many countries and I can recognise similarities and differences between nativity figures (Challenge) I know that at Christmas Christians sing special songs to celebrate Jesus’ birth  (Challenge)
Think, talk and ask questions about the Christmas story and the lessons they might learn from it: for example, about being kind and generous (C1-3) (Challenge)	I know that Christmas is a time for giving – Christmas is a time for both giving and thinking of the poor (Challenge) I can talk about ways we can help others at Christmas   (Challenge)

Christians

Jesus

God on earth

Incarnation

Nativity

Gospels

Nazareth   

Bethlehem  

Gabriel   

Mary     

Joseph  

Herod

Wise men  

Gold  

Frankincense   

Myrrh

Carols     

Celebration    

Giving

Pupils will know that:

• Christians believe that Jesus is God and that he was born as a baby in Bethlehem
• The Bible point out that his birth shows he was extra ordinary (e.g. he is worshipped as a king in Matthew) and that he came to bring good news (e.g. to the poor in Luke)

Christian celebrate Jesus's birth; advent for Christians it is a time for getting ready for Jesus is coming

What is Christmas BBC Bitesize

https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/ztkxpv4/articles/zdjjf4j

For the academic year 2022-2023, each child will be given a yearbook for their year group outlining the learning and information in each subject.