Lessons - Theme - Values

Eliminate

Eliminate:
To get rid of something!

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 Mandelaâ€™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.

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