by Alan Haskvitz

Get the basics of how to teach about religion in the classroom. The sites below explain the law and provide tips to enrich the curriculum without promoting any viewpoint.

It is imperative teachers and administrators know these rules as an abundance of incorrect information exists. The following links are all well known institutions. If you know of other sites, please email me by clicking on my name on the opening page.

Bibles in the Classroom?
When are Bibles allowed from the NEA

Handling “Religion” in Classroom and Curriculum
Teaching about religion site with basic rules

Religion and Prayer in U.S. Public Schools
What the Constitution allows and prohibits

Religion in the Public Schools:  A Joint Statement of Current Law
ACLU summary of the law 

Study about Religions in the Social Studies Curriculum
National Social Studies recommendations

Talking Religion in the Classroom
Basic rules

A Teacher’s Guide to Religion in the Public Schools [PDF]
A large and very useful printable booklet on the law

Teaching About Religion
A guide for administrators

Resources for winter holidays

Celebrate Different Cultures by Learning their Winter Traditions

The December Dilemma

Holiday and New Year Lessons and Links

Major Holidays Sites You Can Use