Grade 1 - Early world Civilizations

Early World Civilizations: Supplemental Guide 13A | Three World Religions 229

Where Are We? 5 minutes

Using a world map or globe, show students the Middle East. Point

out the locations of Mesopotamia and ancient Egypt that they

have already learned. Tell them that they will be learning about

three different religions and that all three began in the Middle East.

These three religions have many followers around the world today.

Vocabulary Preview 5 minutes

Judaism/Christianity/Islam

 Show image 13A-3: Three world religions

1. In today’s read-aloud, you will be introduced to three world
   religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.


2. [Point to the Star of David.] Say the word Judaism with me
   three times.
   [Point to the cross.] Say the word Christianity with me three
   times.
   [Point to the crescent moon and star.] Say the word Islam with
   me three times.


3. Judaism, Christianity, and Islam began in areas around
   Mesopotamia and ancient Egypt. They are three world
   religions among many, many religions in this world.


4. Judaism, Christianity, and Islam believe in one God.


5. How are Judaism, Christianity, and Islam different from the
   religions of Mesopotamia and ancient Egypt?

Purpose for Listening

Tell students to listen carefully to fi nd out the names of three world

religions in the world today.