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Key Stage 2: Lessons
Most Lesson modules are comprised of a
Powerpoint Presentation 2003
, also available in
Flash
, and
Learning Activities
in pdf format. Some lessons also include an
Assembly Plan
.
Values
Chopsticks
An adaptation of a Korean story which illustrates the negative effect of selfishness.
Culture: The Roma
A celebration of cultural diversity - the similarities which unite us and the differences that enrich us. This lesson takes a particular look at Roma culture. Activities include creating a collage and drama.
Discussion Scenarios: Dizzy Dilemmas
Open ended real life scenarios for discussion.
Famous Philanthropists
How some successful business people have donated large sums of money to particular causes. What are the things that enrich/impoverish our lives?
For & Against: Where Do You Stand?
A lesson offering a number of issues on which children will have to think about where they stand. After listening to the arguments, for and against, will they change their opinions?
Moral Values: When is Enough Enough?
A lesson to illustrate how our moral values can be gradually eroded. For older children the theme can be extended into a wider context, the moral values of a government and a nation - in this case Nazi Germany.
Nelson Mandela
Exploring Nelson Mandela’s struggle against apartheid. Considering different points of view about famous people in history and that struggles for freedom are not necessarily peaceful. Learning activities include drama and creative writing.
Pandora's Box
An adaptation of the classic tale in which Pandora releases all the evils into the World.
Proverbs
Proverbs from a range of countries. What meaning do they have for our lives?
Quotathon
After studying the Worldly Wisdoms composing quotations based in issues explored on this website.
Rights & Responsibilities: Freedom!
How freedom is only maintained when there is a balance between rights and responsibilities. How Toussaint L'Ouverture fought for freedom from slavery.
Riots of Summer 2011
An important lesson that will help children debate and make sense of events in August 2011. The learning activities include role play to develop empathy and resistance to negative peer pressure.
Schools are for Learning
Decision Tree. What would the ultimate school look like? Educational charities. Education in other countries.
The Golden Rule
How all the major religions subscribe to the idea that we should behave towards others as we would like others to behave towards us.
The Village of Eyam
The true story of the Derbyshire village which quarantined itself during the Black Death.
The Widow's Mite
An adaptation of the Bible story illustrating how we should give in proportion to our means.
There's No Place Like Home
Homelessness. What people need to achieve fulfilment. What makes a house a home. The work of Shelter.
Topics for Discussion: Mind Maze
Mind Maze is a series of cryptic questions to develop children's ability to discuss social and moral issues.
Trapped
A lesson based on the news about the trapped miners in Chile. Learning activities include the importance of health & Safety and making leadership masks.
Tricky Topics
Topics which would lend themselves to Circle Time discussion, with an introduction to the issues.
Valentine's Day
The origins of our traditions. 'Pay it Forward' activity. How to show you care. Destructive emotions.
Why do we Pay Taxes?
How the welfare state provides a basic level of care for all citizens. The role of the Chancellor. Democracy.
Worldly Wisdom
Inspirational quotations by famous people from across the globe.
You Can't Buy Anything with a Penny
Case studies of children who have initiated successful fundraising campaigns. How to start your own fundraising initiative.