Materials

• Map of the area that shows the religions found there
• Notes and timeline of the history of the three monotheistic religions of the region (Attachment B, and from referenced Web sites or a textbook)

Instructional Activities

1. Point out on a map of the area the religions found there.
   
   
2. Discuss the history of the region as it relates to the three monotheistic religions found there. The notes and timeline at Attachment B may be helpful. Focus attention particularly on the contested land in Israel and the holy sites in Israel and Saudi Arabia.
   
   
3. Assign a teacher-selected reading, worksheet, or other reinforcement activity, using available teacher resources.