Controversial issues: guidance for schools

This training pack is a professional development programme for teachers, which is designed to support and promote the teaching...

Bloom’s levels of learning with associated questioning verbs and exemplar questions. To access this content, register for our School Subscription.

What’s included? A consideration of what it means to nurture children’s moral development A suggested methodology through which to...

Students research what the law says about the rights of individuals to become UK citizens and critically examine whether...

In this lesson pupils will think about the importance of caring for their community and the varied caring responsibilities which are held by members of the community. They will identify…

During this lesson students explore how the economy can be used to support climate action and create a more...

Students explore the law in relation to social media posts, the types of offences that people are  committing (whether knowingly or not) and the consequences of these offences. Finally, students…

According to research by the charity Ditch the Label, 7 in 10 young people have experienced cyberbullying, 20% of whom experience it daily. Support your students to know their legal…

This lesson explores what the law says in relation to the sending of sexually explicit images by those aged under 18. The lesson examines two scenarios of young people involved…

During this lesson pupils will learn about World Female Ranger Day. Pupils will explore where the continent of Africa is and learn about its unique wildlife, and why it needs…

In this lesson pupils will consider the multiple uses of technology and how technology can be used to solve problems. Pupils will be introduced to the example of Trevor Baylis,…

Children are alert to information and images they see in the media. These may graphically influence their view of...

By the end of the lesson students will: Understand key economic terms including taxation, welfare benefits, public spending and...

In this short, 15 minute activity students use all they have learnt from earlier lessons to complete a quiz...

Students will explore issues around money, personal and sovereign debt and consider the impact government borrowing has on future...

We try to understand other people’s thoughts and feelings. To access this content, register for our School Subscription.

In this lesson pupils consider how the internet can be a power for good and support active citizenship. Pupils explore a range of case studies before being challenged to identify…

In this assembly pupils consider the benefits of preparing for events in the future. To identify events we can prepare for and the helpful actions we can take in advance.…

The resource consists of two activities. The first is a notation task based on the information provided about the...

This resource will allow students to critically consider what reasons and ways the government can take to support different...

This resource pack is the fourth of a four-part set which has been designed to introduce students to the...

Children are alert to information and images they see in the media. These may graphically influence their view of...

This lesson introduces students to the concepts of their legal rights and responsibilities and explores how the law impacts their daily lives. Students explore the different ages that various laws…

In this lesson pupils will develop an understanding of the terms ‘rights’ and ‘responsibilities’ and how they balance one another. They will then discuss and prepare a class charter that…

In November 2021, COP26 took place in Glasgow. It was the most pivotal climate summit of all time. This resources will explore what COP is and what COP26 aimed to…

In this lesson pupils will read an adapted version of a Buddhist legend that encourages them to reflect on how the generosity with which a gift is given is more…

Originally designed to be a companion pack for the Democracy Ambassadors programme, this handy toolkit will support students who...

With the help of one of the Go-Givers puppets or a soft toy, this assembly highlights how the rubbish we discard can and spoil the environment and endanger wildlife. The…

During this lesson children will learn about World Female Ranger Day. Pupils will explore where the continent of Africa is and learn about its unique wildlife, and why it needs…

In this lesson pupils will follow the story of the Go-Givers having a picnic.  Pupils will think about the problems caused by littering and how they can take responsibility for…

This ready-to-teach double lesson pack is aimed at students in key stages 4 and 5. During the course of...

The Mock Trial Competitions are our longest-running active citizenship experiences. Since 1991, we have provided unparalleled exposure to the...

During this lesson students explore the law that applies to young workers and what they can do if they believe their legal rights at work are not being upheld. To…

In this lesson pupils will think about the physical and mental benefits of exercise for health and wellbeing. They will learn about the importance of keeping active as part a…

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In this lesson pupils will revisit their knowledge of human rights to consider situations in which people’s rights may appear in conflict with one another. Pupils will debate how they…

In this lesson pupils will develop an understanding of what is meant by the term ‘identity.’ They will explore their own sense of identity and share this with others, appreciating…

In this lesson pupils will be encouraged to think of themselves as citizens with the potential to make a positive difference in society. The lesson opens with the traditional tale…

In this lesson, students explore how media has changed since the 1900s and the impact this has had on...

This lesson looks at the history of anti-discrimination law, the different types of discrimination (i.e. direct and indirect discrimination) and how the law deals with discrimination. It can be delivered…

According to research by the charity Ditch the Label, 7 in 10 young people have experienced cyberbullying, 20% of...

What was Democracy Ambassadors? Between April 2018 and March 2019 Young Citizens worked with youth leaders to recruit 1,000...

In this lesson students explore a range of different housing situations someone can find themselves in. They examine some of the common legal issues concerning housing including common landlord and…

This resource pack is the second of a four-part set which has been designed to introduce students to the...

This lesson explores the law concerning buying and selling goods and services highlighting what their rights and responsibilities are as a consumer. The lesson gives students the opportunity to practice…

This resource pack is the third of a four-part set which has been designed to introduce students to the...

In this lesson students will explore our rights and responsibilities and how they are protected in law. They are...