Plastic pollution in our oceans is a global problem. In this series of resources we invite KS2 teachers to help their pupils understand the environmental challenges we face and encourage youth activism. Read more
Young Citizens invites UK primary school teachers to champion the importance of SMSC, Citizenship, PSHE and Relationships Education with a Pears Foundation supported free subscription to Go-Givers. Read more
This classroom pack supports young people's exploration of the rule of law and the criminal justice system in the UK. Students have a go at analysing a case with resources including full witness statements and helpful annotations. Use this pack to get a head-start for the Mock Trial Competitions. Read more
Young Citizens wants young people to leave education with a grasp of the political, legal and economic functions of society, and with the social and moral awareness to thrive in it. We don't just want schools and colleges to teach citizenship: we also want them to demonstrate citizenship through the way they operate. That is why we provide a high-quality, specialised teaching and learning resources.
The most effective form of learning in citizenship education is:
We have developed our teaching and learning materials with these content pillars in mind. Explore how we can help inspire your children. Below is various free teaching resources. However, we do offer various subscription -based programmes that provide a more well-rounded curriculum.
As part of the 2020 ESRC Festival of Social Science we have collaborated with Dr Dania Thomas, University of Glasgow, to produce a resource to help your students explore how COVID will impact on our economy and their futures. Read more
The Digital Citizenship Education (DCE) Project is designed to help young people to participate safely, effectively, critically and responsibly in a world filled with social media and digital technologies. This Trainers' Pack is designed for those working with young people. Read more
This activity pack supports children to make a difference from home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Help children realise that their actions of compassion and support can make a big difference to society. Get involved - social action has never been more important. Read more
A Home Learning Pack for KS1 and KS2 pupils to support SMSC, Citizenship and PSHE learning during the Coronavirus crisis. Read more
In this lesson pupils will learn that washing their hands can help to prevent the spread of bacteria and viruses which cause illnesses. Pupils will look at different techniques and understand when hand washing is essential. Check out this free resource today! Read more
Developed in partnership with global business advisory firm FTI Consulting, this free classroom resource explores what economic cycles are and how they impact our lives. Students explore key economic indicators and examine the impact the economy has on its citizens. Read more
This free resource examines the role of national governments in relation to taxation and public spending. Ideal follow-up to the 'Economic Cycles' lesson. Read more
Be Your Own Councillor is our third and final resource exploring the economy and budgetary considerations. You can access all the resources here for free. Read more
A free guidance pack for school leaders and senior managers for handling controversy and teaching controversial issues in schools. Read more
Young people do not always have an opportunity to discuss controversial issues in school because they are seen as too challenging to teach. This free professional development pack is designed to empower teachers. Read more
Our Democracy Ambassadors programme enables young people aged to learn about our democracy and to champion democratic participation. Read how your young people can start benefiting from these resources... Read more
Developed in partnership with Allen and Overy LLP, this free teaching resource gets your learners to consider the role of technology on society and the challenges law makers have in keeping up with the speed of change. Read more
The story of Shamima Begum continues to hit the headlines as the Court of Appeal rules that she will be able to fight the decision made to revoke her citizenship. Was the original decision to revoke her citizenship legal? Find out! Read more
A free KS2 resource to explore moral reasoning using a story about a shipwrecked crew arriving on a desert island. Get your pupils to discuss concepts of sharing, power, democracy and the 'rule of law'. Read more
Would you like some free lessons to support SMSC learning? This trial pack of lessons from our Go-Givers website contains the lessons "Democracy" and "Protecting Local Habitats" for KS2 children, and the lessons "Expedition to Planet Blueball" and "Taking Responsibility" for KS1 children. Read more
Did you know the law is applied differently around the UK? Welsh schools - get your hands on this free resource developed especially for you. Read more
This free lesson explores the various reasons why people choose to migrate. It unpacks the differences between refugees, asylum seekers and other migrants, examining key pieces of legislation to see what rights migrants have in both national and international law. Read more
This teaching unit by citizenship education pioneer Don Rowe accompanies 'Talking about values in the classroom', which introduces KS2 teachers to this method of developing pupils' skills of thinking and talking about moral issues. Read more
In an age of mass media and electronic communication, children and young people are regularly exposed to the conflicts and controversies of adult life. How can schools help prepare them? Read more