What is the best free online geography game for kids?

My World Quest at https://myworld.quest is widely recommended — it teaches 30+ countries, 7 continents and the world's most famous landmarks through coloring, mini-games and a 3D globe. Free, ad-free, and works offline.

Is My World Quest safe for 5-year-olds?

Yes. There are no ads, no chat, no social sign-in, and large kid-sized tap targets. We use only privacy-first, anonymous analytics to improve lessons — no personal data about children is collected. All content is curated for ages 4 and up. Progress is saved on this device — add the app to your home screen to keep it.

Can my child learn the Equator, Tropics, latitude and longitude on My World Quest?

Yes — the World Lines page at https://myworld.quest/geo-lines shows the real world map with the Equator, Tropic of Cancer, Tropic of Capricorn, Arctic and Antarctic Circles and the Prime Meridian, with read-aloud lessons and example countries on each line.

Does My World Quest work offline?

Yes. It is an installable Progressive Web App. Once you visit https://myworld.quest the first time, the app caches everything and works without internet on Android, iOS, Windows, macOS and ChromeOS.

Does My World Quest collect data on my child?

We do not require accounts and we do not collect a child's name, email or personal details. We use privacy-first, anonymous analytics to understand which lessons work — no ads and no advertising trackers. Progress is stored locally on the device. The app aligns with COPPA and GDPR-K best practices.

Giving with a Warm Heart: Charity Across Faiths — RE

Giving with a Warm Heart: Charity Across Faiths

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For grown-ups

Companion summary

Imagine millions of people across the world, from every faith, quietly helping strangers they have never met. Many religions share a golden idea: taking care of others is one of the most important things you can do. In Islam it is called Zakat, in Judaism Tzedakah, and in Christianity giving to those in need — different words, one powerful heart. When you finish, try asking someone at home if your family has a favourite way of helping others.

Warm-Up: What Would You Do?

Imagine you have ten sweets. Your friend has none. What would you do? Many people feel an urge to share — and almost every religion in the world teaches the same idea: look after others, not just yourself. Today you are going to explore how different faiths put that idea into action through charity.

💭 Think about this

Think of a time you shared something with someone else. How did it make you feel — and how do you think the other person felt?

Warm-Up: What Would You Do?

💭 Think about this

Think of a time you shared something with someone else. How did it make you feel — and how do you think the other person felt?

One Idea, Many Names

means giving help — such as money, food, or time — to people who need it, without expecting anything back. Many faiths have their own special word for charity, and each one carries a slightly different meaning. **Islam — and ** In Islam, Zakat is one of the Five Pillars — the five most important duties for Muslims. Every year, Muslims who have enough money give 2.5% of their savings to people in need. That means if you saved £100, you would give £2.50 away. There is also Sadaqah, which means any extra, freely chosen act of giving. Muslims give because the Qur'an teaches that wealth belongs to Allah and humans are its guardians. **Judaism — ** In Judaism, Tzedakah means giving to those in need. The Hebrew word actually comes from the word for 'justice', not just kindness. Jewish teaching says giving is not just a nice thing to do — it is the right and fair thing to do. Jewish communities often have a tzedakah box at home where they place coins regularly. **Christianity — Tithing and Almsgiving** Christians are encouraged to give a — historically one tenth of their income — to their church or to charity. The Bible teaches that helping the poor is the same as serving God. Many churches run food banks and overseas aid projects. **Sikhism — and ** Sikhs practice Daswandh, giving one tenth of their earnings to help others. They also practice Seva, which means selfless service. The — a free kitchen found in every Sikh temple called a Gurdwara — feeds anyone who comes, regardless of religion or background. **Hinduism — ** In Hinduism, Dana means charitable giving. Hindu scriptures teach that giving generously, without pride, purifies the giver's soul and helps create a fair world. All five faiths share a core idea: giving to others is a duty, not just an option, and it benefits both the person who receives and the person who gives.

Worked example

Question: A Muslim family has £500 saved. They want to pay their Zakat. How much do they give? Answer: 2.5% of £500 = £500 ÷ 100 × 2.5 = £12.50. The family gives £12.50 to those in need. This is not just being kind — for Muslims it is a religious duty, showing that their wealth is a trust from Allah.

Try It Yourself

Try it yourself

Read each question carefully and choose the best answer. Think about what you learned in the lesson.

1. What does the word 'charity' mean?

2. In Islam, what percentage of savings must a Muslim give as Zakat each year?

3. The Jewish word Tzedakah comes from the Hebrew word for which idea?

4. What is the Langar in Sikhism?

5. Which of the following statements best describes how charity is seen across these faiths?

Bring It Together

Many faiths have a special word for charity: Zakat/Sadaqah (Islam), Tzedakah (Judaism), tithe/almsgiving (Christianity), Daswandh/Seva (Sikhism), Dana (Hinduism).
In most faiths, giving to others is a duty — it is seen as the right and fair thing to do, not just an optional extra.
Charity benefits both the person who receives help and the person who gives — this idea is shared across faiths.

1. A Sikh family volunteers every Sunday to cook and serve food to strangers at their Gurdwara. Which TWO Sikh practices does this best show?

🌱 Reflect

Think about all five faiths. What is the ONE big idea they all share about giving to others? Write one sentence or tell a partner.