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- Year 2
The things we need to feel safe and happy
I can describe the different things people need to feel safe and happy.
- Year 2
The things we need to feel safe and happy
I can describe the different things people need to feel safe and happy.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- We all have the same basic needs.
- Basic needs are things we must have to feel safe and healthy.
- Wants and needs are different.
- We can do our best and enjoy school when our needs are met.
- We should listen to and respect what people need.
Keywords
Needs - the important things we must have to live and grow, like food, water, a home, love and care
Different - not the same as something else
Respect - treating others kindly and valuing their feelings, ideas and boundaries; for example, listening carefully and being polite, even if you disagree
Common misconception
We should get everything we want all the time.
Sometimes we don't get what we want, and that's ok as long as we still feel safe.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the words to the definitions.
when everyone gets what they need
something that matters a lot
to find out about new things
Q2.Fairness is important at school because...
Q3.How can we treat others fairly at school?
Q4.For our school to work well and to help everyone, we all have important to do.
Q5.What jobs should children do at school?
Q6.What do you need to drink every day to stay healthy?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the words to the definitions.
the important things we must have to live and grow
not the same as something else
treating others kindly and valuing their feelings and ideas