How can we make a difference in our communities?
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Why this why now
Building on their learning of how they can make a positive difference in their communities this unit continues to develop pupils’ knowledge of social issues and the role citizens and organisations have in creating positive change. This knowledge helps pupils to understand how citizens can work together to improve communities and wider society and how they can make their voice heard by those in positions of power.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils know they belong to various groups and communities, such as family and school.
- Pupils recognise the role of voluntary, community and pressure groups.
- Pupils know there are different kinds of responsibilities, rights and duties at home, at school and in the community, and that these can sometimes conflict with each other.
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Why this why now
Building on their learning of how they can make a positive difference in their communities this unit continues to develop pupils’ knowledge of social issues and the role citizens and organisations have in creating positive change. This knowledge helps pupils to understand how citizens can work together to improve communities and wider society and how they can make their voice heard by those in positions of power.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils know they belong to various groups and communities, such as family and school.
- Pupils recognise the role of voluntary, community and pressure groups.
- Pupils know there are different kinds of responsibilities, rights and duties at home, at school and in the community, and that these can sometimes conflict with each other.
How can we make a difference in our communities?
In this unit pupils examine what community means and the role it plays at their school. They explore what charities and NGOs do in their community and identify how they can become active citizens.
6 lessons in unit
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