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...

Useful questions to help develop children’s critical thinking, emotional literacy and empathy as well as support their moral development. These can be used when discussing stories or examining situations that…

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…

During this assembly pupils consider what the word responsibility means.    You can find the ‘Taking responsibility’ lesson plan on the KS1 lesson page. The PowerPoint for the lesson is the…

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

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

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

In this lesson pupils will consider the varying needs and interests of a range of fictional characters and design a community centre and activity programme that matches their requirements.  …

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

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.…

Students examine ways in which a fictional town council could spend its budget. They consider the concerns of different...

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

In this lesson pupils consider what being healthy means and who plays a role in keeping the population healthy. The coronavirus pandemic is given as an example of populations taking…

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During this lesson, students consider what biodiversity is, why it is essential to all life on Earth and what...

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

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…

Young people are, and will continue to be, some of the most impacted by COVID. However their voices have...

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.…

During this lesson pupils explore the concept of marriage and civil partnerships focusing on the fact that they are a legal commitment between two people and what this means. Pupils…

In this lesson pupils will read a tale from Japanese folklore which tells of how one small act of generosity leads to big gains. They will think about whether generous…

This lesson looks at discrimination against African Americans in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s, the Civil Rights Movement and how Martin Luther King achieved change through peaceful…

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

During this lesson, students consider what biodiversity is, why it is essential to all life on Earth and what...

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

In this lesson pupils will learn about different farming methods.  They will consider the advantages and disadvantages of these methods and learn how to identify labels that indicate how food…

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…

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

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…

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…

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In this lesson pupils will read and discuss the tale of the Selfish Little Red Hen who does not offer her friend any help as she prepares for a party.…

In this lesson pupils will read a tale adapted from Jewish folklore that explores the theme of sharing. Pupils will reflect on the behaviour of the characters and consider how…

Our pupil certificates are linked to 12 ethos statements, such as We Bounce Back. Each statement supports character development and the acquisition of key citizenship skills The values, skills and knowledge…

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…

Our pupil certificates are linked to 12 ethos statements, such as We Care About How Others Feel. Each statement supports character development and the acquisition of key citizenship skills The values,…

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,...

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

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

During the course of the lesson students will learn the difference between marriage and cohabitation and consider what legal rights come with both. Students will  explore the changing attitudes in…

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

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

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

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