Through analyzing a similar hypothetical situation, students will formulate and support their own opinions on this important issue. Review the Academic Content Standards related to this lesson. Explore their own feelings about organized prayer in school-sponsored events.
Students then share their responses and discuss their opinions on public prayer.
Many of the people interviewed describe a loss of morals due to less prayer. Divide students into groups of three. Students from all over the state will come to your school to participate. There will be over fifty booths representing various cultures, countries, and ways of life. Our principal has suggested that one of the students lead a short prayer at the opening assembly.