being nice, caring and thinking about how others feel

the state of being equal, especially in status, rights and opportunities

being considerate of others and the world around you; treating people fairly and how you would like to be treated

Kindness in our community

RSHE (PSHE)

The role of faith groups in a community

Faith and culture in modern Britain

Prejudice and discrimination of faith and culture

Making the world a more inclusive place

Keeping safe in our community

This unit explores how to respect people of different faiths by examining the role of faith in communities and its influence on culture in modern Britain. Pupils learn to challenge prejudice, promote inclusivity, demonstrate kindness and stay safe in community spaces.

Communities: How do we respect people of different faiths?

Expressions that are regarded as coarse or otherwise unacceptable, including swear words and rude words.

the state of being equal, especially in status, rights & opportunities

being considerate of others and the world around you

Match the words to their correct definitions.

smile, introduce yourself, and offer to help them find their way

wait to see if they fit in before talking to them

point out how different they seem to your friends

ignore them so you don't say the wrong thing

A new student at school seems quiet and nervous on their first day. What's the most inclusive thing to do?

offer to help if they look like they need it

You notice someone struggling to carry heavy bags up some stairs. What shows the best understanding of community responsibility?

Match each right with the responsibility that comes with it.

"You're right - politeness is only for people we care about."

"Only be polite if you want good customer service."

"Kindness and respect are important with everyone, even strangers."

Your friend says "I don't need to be polite to the cashier at the shop because I don't know them." How would you respond?

Match each scenario with how it demonstrates community responsibility.

keep walking - it happens all the time in busy places

pretend it didn't happen and look the other way

You're walking through a busy shopping centre and accidentally bump into someone. What's the best response?

Match each action with how it might make others feel.

everyone gets what they want all the time

people become friends with everyone they meet

safer, more positive communities where everyone can belong

What's the most important outcome when everyone in a community practices kindness and respect?

to make sure people like you and want to be your friend

to avoid getting in trouble with teachers or parents/carers

to follow rules and do what you're supposed to do

to help prevent harm and make others feel included

What's the most important reason to think about how your words and actions affect others?

tell a trusted adult and support the person

join in so you don't become a target yourself

tell them they should dress more normally

You see someone being teased for wearing clothes that are different from what most people wear. What should you do?

Which word describes welcoming all people equally, regardless of their differences?

Kindness in our community

Lesson outcome

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