Controversial issues: guidance for schools

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

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

Advice on how to encourage children to support each other in the classroom with tips on how pupils can give feedback in a way that is contructive, protects self-esteem and…

During this lesson pupils recap what we mean by the term active citizen. They consider what qualities and skills an active citizen should have and explore how these skills and…

In this lesson pupils will learn about the importance of habitats and explore endangered British species and the threats to their habitat. Pupils will be guided through ways in which…

This lesson is based around the clever traditional poem about four children named Everybody, Somebody, Anybody and Nobody. It introduces children to the idea of taking responsibility in the context…

A “filter bubble” describes how algorithms limit and skew the information users see on the internet. In this lesson,...

Aimed at KS4 and Post-16, your students will: Explore the way technology is developing and the impacts this has...

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…

Pupils will be given a brief introduction to the European Union. They will learn about why people’s opinions about the EU are divided and the results of the EU referendum.…

Our packs support KS2 and KS3 pupils to plan and deliver their very own mini social action project. By...

In this lesson pupils will take part in discussions relating to situations of conflict. Pupils will consider actions which provoke conflict and actions which can help to calm conflict. They…

This free classroom resource explores what economic cycles are and how they impact our lives. Aimed at KS4 and...

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

During this lesson, students will look at the purpose and collection of taxes. They will explore how public services...

This assembly is an introduction to the lives of Florence Nightingale and Mary Seacole. You may like to run it in conjunction with the lesson ‘Inspirational People.’      To access…

This lesson explores the nature of respect. It considers respect for oneself, respect for others, respect in sport and respect for the environment. Suitable for all of KS2. Links: British values,…

In this lesson pupils will think about what home means to them through writing a poem inspired by the line ‘Home is where the heart is’. They will consider the…

In 2021, COP26 was hosted in Glasgow. It was seen as a pivotal moment in tackling the global climate...

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

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

Pupils will reflect on a Christian story with the message that it is not what you give that is important, but the spirit of generosity with which something is given.…

Our packs support KS2 and KS3 pupils to plan and deliver their very own mini social action project. By...

Students explore the law in relation to social media posts, the types of offences that people are  committing (whether...

In this lesson pupils will learn what is meant by the term energy source. They will consider how they use energy in their lives and be introduced to the basic…

This assembly is an introduction to the lives of Florence Nightingale and Mary Seacole. You may like to run it in conjunction with the lesson 'Inspirational People.'     

We stand up for what we believe in and use our voice for good. To access this content, register for our School Subscription.

During this lesson pupils consider what it means to be a global citizen and what rights and responsibilities come with this.   They consider a range of global issues; analysing…

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…

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…

This lesson examines the powers that the police have to stop and search, arrest and detain individuals. Students also have the opportunity to create their own ideal police force considering…

Students explore the law in relation to social media posts, the types of offences that people are  committing (whether...

During this lesson, students will explore the process a young person goes through when they commit, or are suspected of committing a crime. They will also examine different types of…

We think about how our actions and words might affect other people, communities and the environment. To access this content, register for our School Subscription.

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…

A short lesson to help children understand what rules are and why we need them. Learning activities: Imagining the perfect classroom Helpful or not?  Children are asked to explore a…

During this lesson pupils explore what happens when laws are broken, learn about the different types of sentences that are given and the main purposes of sentencing. Before taking part…

We speak our minds but also listen to and consider other people’s points of view. To access this content, register for our School Subscription.

During this assembly pupils reflect on how social media can be an important platform for raising awareness of issues that are important to pupils through the example of Martha Payne’s school…

Did you know that the age of criminal responsibility in Wales is ten? In Scotland it is 12. In...

A “filter bubble” describes how algorithms limit and skew the information users see on the internet. In this lesson,...

This lesson asks students to consider the key findings of a harassment trial and conclude what sentence should be given to the guilty party. During the course of the lesson…

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

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

This lesson asks students to consider the key findings of a harassment trial and conclude what sentence should be...

Aimed at KS4 and Post-16, your students will: Explore the way technology is developing and the impacts this has...

This activity is based on the case of R v. Dudley and Stephens (1884) – two sailors accused of murdering cabin boy Richard Parker, after being cast adrift on the…