Primary Religious Education

The Miracle Maker

Ralph Fiennes heads an all-star cast of an animated portrayal of the life of Jesus, told through the eyes of a child.

02: Christianity | My Life, My Religion

What does it mean to be a Christian? Ten-year-old Nathan celebrates Christmas and Easter, and Kiera and Santos prepare for their firs...

01: Creation and the Flood | Testament: The Bible in Animation

**From 13.43 features sound and video issues, this is the only copy the BBC can provide. As his ark crosses th...

02: Abraham | Testament: The Bible in Animation

When God told Abraham that he and his wife Sarah would have a son, Abraham was astounded, for Sarah was long past child beari...

The seven days of creation | Testament: The Bible in Animation

The story of the creation of the world by God, according to the book of Genesis.

04: Moses | Testament: The Bible in Animation

A spectacular drama of the Israelite exodus from Egypt, which charts Moses's journey from hot-headed youth to the mouthpiece of...

God and Abraham | Testament: The Bible in Animation

The story of Abraham agreeing the Covenant with God and being promised a son.

Part 1 | The Nativity

Retelling of the classic biblical tale. Mary counts her blessings when her parents arrange to marry her to a local carpenter, Joseph. But events soon t...

Christianity: Jesus | Pathways of Belief

This programme looks at Jesus during his lifetime and Jesus ''now'' and what he means to Christians today.

Mary visits Elizabeth | The Nativity

In a dramatised retelling of the Nativity, Mary visits her cousin Elizabeth.

Part 2 | The Nativity

Retelling of the classic biblical tale. Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem, where she gives birth in a stable. And the Magi hurry towards the greatest...

The Sacrifice of Isaac | Testament: The Bible in Animation

The story of Abraham agreeing to sacrifice his son Isaac to God.

Mary and the Angel Gabriel | The Nativity

A dramatised retelling of the annunciation of the Virgin Mary.

The ten plagues of Egypt | Testament: The Bible in Animation

God unleashes the ten plagues after the Pharaoh refuses to let the Jews leave Egypt.

The Bible: The Old Testament | Pathways of Belief

Presenter Simon Thomas explores the Old Testament and looks at how modern Christians are inspired by its message.

Christianity: The Bible | Pathways of Belief

Programme for 7-9 year olds looking at the importance of the Bible.

Christianity: Easter | Pathways of Belief

Programme for 7-9 year olds looking at the Christian holiday of Easter.

Christianity: Creation | Pathways of Belief

Programme looks at the Creation and the concept of God as Earth's creator.

Christmas | My First Festivals

In this episode we follow Rose as she celebrates Christmas with her family. Rose and her family visit the garden centre, where they find lots ...

Christ is born | The Nativity

A dramatised retelling of the birth of Jesus.

05: Hinduism | My Life, My Religion

What does it mean to be a Hindu? 14-year-old Simran celebrates Diwali and Holi, and her 11-year-old brother Vraj tells us all about the c...

Hinduism: Living as a Hindu | Pathways of Belief

Nisha takes a closer look at the festival of Diwali in Leicester and examines its significance to Hindus all over the world.

Holi | My First Festivals

In this episode, we follow Maun as he celebrates the Hindu festival of colour, Holi. Maun begins by going to the park with his family, where they v...

Diwali | My First Festivals

In this episode, we follow Deeya as she celebrates Diwali, the Hindu festival of light. Deeya begins by going to the park with her mum, where she...

Hinduism: God | Pathways of Belief

Anuj explains Hindu concepts of God with the aid of dance. His family worship at temple to celebrate the birth of Krishna.

01: Islam | My Life, My Religion

What does it mean to be a Muslim? 11-year-old Sara prepares for one of the biggest changes in her young life, as she further devotes herself...

05: Video Diaries: First Day of Ramadan | Ramadan Diaries

Various Muslims describe how their first day of Ramadan goes.

Eid | My First Festivals

Following seven-year-old Iqra as she and her family prepare for the celebration Eid (Eid Al-Adha). With lots of things to do before the big day, Iqr...

Islam: Allah: Creator and Provider | Pathways of Belief

This programme looks at Allah, studying the Quran and practising Arabic.

31: Eid | Ramadan Diaries

Various Muslims prepare for the celebration of Eid.

29: Night of Power | Ramadan Diaries

On the "Night of Power" Muslims will pray all night until dawn, in the belief that God will forgive them for all their sins.

11: Tiverton | Ramadan Diaries

Ali talks about being from one of only two Muslim families in his small town.

Islam: Living as a Muslim | Pathways of Belief

Schools programme for 7-9 year olds, presenting the basic beliefs and practices of Islam, following a family of Muslims from L...

04: School Girls | Ramadan Diaries

Syfah is fasting for the first time, meaning she won't have any school dinners.

01: Pre-Ramadan | Ramadan Diaries

Various Muslims describe what Ramadan and is how they are looking forward to the festival.

The Bible and the Quran: Today | Pathways of Belief

An exploration of the importance of the Quran for Muslims.

Places of Worship: Islam | Pathways of Belief

Schools programme for ages 5-7 on the subject of Islamic worship.

32: Sarah Salih Seclusion | Ramadan Diaries

A young Muslim girls talks about he decision to do seclusion for ten days.

14: Sufi | Ramadan Diaries

A converted Muslim, Alex, speaks about his conversion to Sufiism, a more spiritual version of Islam.

10: Homeless | Ramadan Diaries

A group of volunteers help out the homeless during Ramadan by providing meals for them.

07: Funeral Parlour | Ramadan Diaries

Moona talks about running a funeral parlour during the busy month of Ramadan.

06: Aleemah | Ramadan Diaries

Converted Muslim Aleemah talks about her first Ramadan as a Muslim woman.

03: Shubnam | Ramadan Diaries

Shubnam has lots to do in a few short hours before Ramadan begins.

02: Usama | Ramadan Diaries

Usama, an astrologist, takes his family to a high point to see the moon before the start of Ramadan.

30: Policemen | Ramadan Diaries

Two policemen talk about how Ramadan affects their daily jobs.

04: Judaism | My Life, My Religion

What does it mean to be Jewish? 11-year-old Charlie explains his religion of Judaism, it's bat mitzvah year for 13-year-old Me-Me and 10-y...

Judaism: God | Pathways of Belief

Gary and his friends in Glasgow explain the Jewish sabbath and the Jewish view of God.

Judaism: The Family | Pathways of Belief

Sara and her family prepare for Pesach (Hebrew Passover) and explains what makes up a kosher kitchen.

Judaism: Torah: A Way of Life | Pathways of Belief

Jeremy is preparing for his Bar Mitzvah for which he has to study the Torah, the Jewish Holy Book. Jeremy explains the imp...

Purim | My First Festivals

We follow Sophia and her family as they celebrate the Jewish holiday of Purim. After travelling across to the local kosher bakery, Sophia and her ...

Hanukkah | My First Festivals

In this episode, we follow Sophia as she celebrates the Jewish festival of Hanukkah with her family. Sophia begins by making candles with her mum.

The history and celebration of Hanukkah | Blue Peter

Pupils from Michael Sobel Sinai School discuss the history of Hannukah and how it is celebrated today.

Places of Worship: Judaism | Pathways of Belief

Schools programme for ages 5-7 on the subject of Jewish worship.

The Torah | My Life, My Religion

What does it mean to be Jewish? 11-year-old Charlie explains his religion of Judaism, it's bat mitzvah year for 13-year-old Me-Me and 10-yea...

Making potato latkes | My First Festivals

Seven-year-old Sophia and her mum make traditional potato latkes and visit the synagogue to celebrate.

03: Sikhism | My Life, My Religion

What does it mean to be a Sikh? 11-year-old Simran explains her religion of Sikhism and young brothers Taran and Joven take the life-chang...

The Five Ks | My Life, My Religion

A Sikh child explains the meaning behind the five Ks worn by Sikhs.

Guru Nanak and the boulder | My Life, My Religion

A Sikh teacher tells a story from the life of Guru Nanak, the first Sikh guru, and explains what it teaches.

Sikhism: God, Oneness and Equality | Pathways of Belief

Simranjit shows her family's holy book and how Sikhs worship at home and in the Gurdwara. She explains the importance...

Gurdwara | My Life, My Religion

What does it mean to be a Sikh? 11-year-old Simran explains her religion of Sikhism.

Introduction to Sikhism | My Life, My Religion

An introduction to the most fundamental beliefs and practices of Sikhism.

Sikhism: Baisakhi and Commitment | Pathways of Belief

Sahib looks at the Baisakhi festival celebrating the Khalsa group of Sikhs plus their joining ceremony, ''taking Amrit'...

Guru Granth Sahib | My Life, My Religion

A Sikh child explains the role of the Guru Granth Sahib in Sikh worship and the way in which it is treated by Sikhs.

The Khalsa | My Life, My Religion

The story behind the creation of the Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh.

Vaisakhi | My First Festivals

In this episode, we follow Amardas as he celebrates the Sikh festival of Vaisakhi with his family. Amardas attends the Punjabi school where he ...

Vaisakhi | My Life, My Religion

Vaisakhi, which celebrates the creation of the Khalsa, is one of the most important Sikh festivals.