Controversial issues: guidance for schools

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

Advice on creating a safe learning environment and important information to prepare children and support teachers before discussing sensitive or controversial issues raised in the Go-Givers lessons. To access this…

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

During this lesson pupils use the story ‘All at Sea’ to explore how a group of citizens should organise a new society under a challenging set of circumstances. Each chapter…

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…

This lesson explores the purpose and importance of rules and offers suggestions as to how to make and display class ‘Ground Rules’. Learning activities: Where did Humpty Dumpty go wrong?…

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…

In the delivery of this resource your students will explore what is meant by the term ‘digital citizen’. They...

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 committing these offences. The…

This lesson focuses on celebrating diversity and respecting differences. During the lesson pupils will gain an understanding of what it means to be unique through participating in a range of…

During this lesson pupils consider what we mean by the word community and are challenged to think about all the different community groups they belong to and how it feels…

This assembly is an introduction to the life and work of Nelson Mandela. You may like to run it in conjunction with the lesson ‘Inspirational People.’    To access this content,…

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…

Pupils will learn that public services are largely funded through the payment of taxes to the government. To access this content, register for our School Subscription.

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

In this lesson pupils will think about what it means to be part of a family and how they can make a positive difference in their family life. Pupils will be…

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…

During this assembly pupils are told the ancient Greek myth, Pandora’s Box. Pupils use the story to reflect on how hope can sustain us through difficult times. To access this content,…

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

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

During this lesson pupils consider their rights and responsibilities as digital citizens, focusing on how the online world can be used as a force for good. Pupils consider what skills,…

This lesson explores what the law says in relation to the sending of sexually explicit images by those aged...

In this lesson pupils will read about Mitali and his concerns for his friend Anna, who appears to be withdrawn and unhappy. Pupils will consider what can make people feel…

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

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…

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

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…

Learners explore what climate change is and what is causing it.  They consider who is responsible for climate change:  individuals, politicians, businesses?  They are then challenged to think of a…

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…

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…

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

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…

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…

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.…

Discussion about how to spot the signs that someone is physically unwell, and who to tell, and how to spot the signs that someone is emotionally unwell. Can the same…

Our pupil certificates are linked to 12 ethos statements, such as We are Part of a World-Wide Community. Each statement supports character development and the acquisition of key citizenship skills…

In this lesson pupils will think about what it means to be part of a family and how they can make a positive difference in their family life. Pupils will be…

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.

Join the UK's biggest legal education campaign during February 2025.

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

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

To help you engage your students in the topic of migration Young Citizens have developed a flexible teaching resource...

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

This short activity challenges young people’s perceptions of current sentencing guidelines. It can be run as a standalone activity or as an extension activity as part of a mock trial…

The UK hosted the G7 Summit in June 2021. Young Citizens wants to engage young people across the UK...

During this lesson students explore the law that applies to young workers and what they can do if they...

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…

During this session, students will critically examine some of the key economic considerations of the pandemic. They will explore...