Families around the world
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain differences and similarities between families all over the world.
Key learning points
- Families can vary in size, structure and living arrangements.
- What makes a family special is the love, care and support its members share.
- Different families may have their own cultural celebrations, food and traditions.
- We should show respect, interest and kindness when learning about others’ lives and families.
Keywords
Different - not the same as something else
Special - in this context, something that is important, unique or loved in its own way
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 have nothing in common with families that are different.
"We have more in common than that which divides us" - Jo Cox, 2015. There are so many things that are the same between families that we should always talk about what's similar, even when we're learning about differences.
Teacher tip
Pupils will often make assumptions about families that are different from them. Give them opportunity to share their thoughts in a safe space. If you notice that pupils are sharing stereotypes and prejudice, gently challenge this, giving relevant examples that expand their thinking.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.All families are ...
Q2.How might a family member show they care?
Q3.What makes someone part of your family?
Q4.What is something special that a family or group does again and again called?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What do all families have in common, even if they look different?
Q2.What is a kind thing to say when someone tells you about their family tradition?
Q3.What does it mean to show respect for someone’s family?
Q4.Which word means something that is important, unique or loved in its own way?
To help you plan your 2 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: Families around the world, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your 2 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: Families around the world, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
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