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This issue is packed with articles and activities that help to break open particular stories in the Old Testament, that look at the nature of the Old Testament in the big picture of the Bible, and that help teachers identify the issues related to teaching the Old Testament to 21st century students and the preparation they require. Every page highlights the value for students of experiencing these stories, and is filled with ideas for actively engaging them. Vol. 9 No. 1, 2010 Using the Old Testament info@echoingtheword.com (Tony Densley) Theology http://www.echoingtheword.com/member/article_view.cgi?aid=829 Tony Densley reflects on how through the centuries we have allowed ourselves to be shaped by the stories of faith we received in the Scriptures. Today, however, we live in a world awash with stories. How do we continue to give prominence to our foundational Christian stories? Vol. 9 No. 1, 2010 Using the Old Testament info@echoingtheword.com (Erin Wedge) Scripture http://www.echoingtheword.com/member/article_view.cgi?aid=828 Erin Wedge explores this Old Testament parable and looks at the nature and place of parables in the Scriptures and how to teach them. Vol. 9 No. 1, 2010 Using the Old Testament info@echoingtheword.com (Jan Grajczonek) Reviews & Resources http://www.echoingtheword.com/member/article_view.cgi?aid=822 Jan Grajczonek reviews Sarah’s Heavy Heart, You and Me: Our Place and Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, suggesting how these children's books could be used to explore values and foster growth. Vol. 9 No. 1, 2010 Using the Old Testament info@echoingtheword.com (Paul Taouk) Reviews & Resources http://www.echoingtheword.com/member/article_view.cgi?aid=823 Paul Taouk reviews The Lion Encyclopedia of the Bible, Wonderful God and Creation Song - all story books which could be used with a unit on the Old Testament. Vol. 9 No. 1, 2010 Using the Old Testament info@echoingtheword.com (Clare Horan) Liturgies & Activities http://www.echoingtheword.com/member/article_view.cgi?aid=820 Clare Horan offers teachers a range of activity possibilities which can be used together with this "reading drama". The drama itself explores the Old Testament and its importance to Christians. Vol. 9 No. 1, 2010 Using the Old Testament info@echoingtheword.com (Beth Nolen) Liturgies & Activities http://www.echoingtheword.com/member/article_view.cgi?aid=825 In this activity, Beth Nolen invites students to get to know the biblical character of Miriam, the sister of Moses, who is often overlooked when studying this well-known story. Vol. 9 No. 1, 2010 Using the Old Testament info@echoingtheword.com (Jennifer Callanan) Liturgies & Activities http://www.echoingtheword.com/member/article_view.cgi?aid=831 Jennifer Callanan engages students in discovering the Psalms as Old Testament poetry. In this activity Jennifer looks at the various genre found in the Old Testament and uses non-religious examples to help students identify these in the Scriptures. Vol. 9 No. 1, 2010 Using the Old Testament info@echoingtheword.com (Anne Victor) Liturgies & Activities http://www.echoingtheword.com/member/article_view.cgi?aid=834 In this activity, Anne Victor offers teachers an activity sheet which introduces students to Old Testament stories. This blackline master can be used to support various classroom activities. Vol. 9 No. 1, 2010 Using the Old Testament info@echoingtheword.com (Beth Nolen) Liturgies & Activities http://www.echoingtheword.com/member/article_view.cgi?aid=824 In this activity, Beth Nolen invites students to re-read the story of Adam and Eve from Eve's perspective. This is an exercise that opens valuable discussion on the formation of the Bible and biblical stories. Vol. 9 No. 1, 2010 Using the Old Testament info@echoingtheword.com (Ann Maree Whenman) For the Catechist http://www.echoingtheword.com/member/article_view.cgi?aid=827 Ann Maree Whenman takes up the theme of storytelling for our 2010 Teaching Tips. Vol. 9 No. 1, 2010 Using the Old Testament info@echoingtheword.com (Ann Maree Whenman) For the Catechist http://www.echoingtheword.com/member/article_view.cgi?aid=826 Ann Maree Whenman explores the nature of the Old Testament as sacred history and the value of using Old Testament stories both in storytelling and in prayer. Vol. 9 No. 1, 2010 Using the Old Testament info@echoingtheword.com (Jan Grajczonek) Religious Literacy http://www.echoingtheword.com/member/article_view.cgi?aid=830 Jan Grajczonek carefully looks at the use of the Great Flood narrative with early years learners. She considers the issues, range of knowledge and preparation required when teaching young students Old Testament stories. Vol. 9 No. 1, 2010 Using the Old Testament info@echoingtheword.com (Jan Epstein) Movies http://www.echoingtheword.com/member/article_view.cgi?aid=821 Jan Epstein reviews the DreamWorks animated movie Moses, Prince of Egypt" as a useful tool for teaching about this significant Old Testament character. From her own Jewish faith, she explores the importance of Moses in both the Jewish and Christian traditions. Vol. 9 No. 1, 2010 Using the Old Testament info@echoingtheword.com (Peter Arndt) Social Justice http://www.echoingtheword.com/member/article_view.cgi?aid=819 Peter Arndt invites older students to live this Lent making their own the concerns and appeals of the Old Testament prophets Joel and Isaiah. Vol. 9 No. 1, 2010 Using the Old Testament info@echoingtheword.com (Joanna Coleiro, fsp) Website Reviews http://www.echoingtheword.com/member/article_view.cgi?aid=833 Sr Joanna reviews two websites useful studying the Old Testament with students: "The Bible's Buried Secrets" and "Bible Activity Worksheets". Vol. 9 No. 1, 2010 Using the Old Testament info@echoingtheword.com (Stuart Baker) Media Literacy http://www.echoingtheword.com/member/article_view.cgi?aid=832 Stuart Baker explores how teachers can help students to become engaged with our oldest meaning-making texts, the Old Testament, through the use of contemporary "texts" such as film, sound, print, image and others. Vol. 9 No. 1, 2010 Using the Old Testament