Family change and challenges
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can describe some of the changes and challenges that families may face and explain why it is important for family members to respect boundaries.
Key learning points
- Many young people care for their family members.
- Many families will face changes.
- We should feel safe with our families.
- There is a difference between secrets and surprises.
- Family members should respect each other's boundaries.
Keywords
Struggling - when someone is finding it hard to overcome a challenge
Boundary - an imaginary line separating what we will and won't allow
Respect - treating others kindly and valuing their feelings, ideas and boundaries; for example, listening carefully and being polite, even if you disagree
Common misconception
Only adults having caring responsibilities.
Some young people are young carers.
Teacher tip
Please speak to your RSHE lead or DSL before teaching this lesson. Ensure pupils are aware of how to make disclosures in your settings.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the word to the definition.
a problem that is difficult to solve or overcome
to provide help and encouragement to others
to give someone everything they need
Q2.Everyone faces in their life.
Q3.How could we support someone who is struggling?
Q4.What could we say to someone who was struggling?
Q5.Which statements are true?
Q6.What should we do if we are struggling?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the word to the definition.
when someone is finding it hard to overcome a challenge
an imaginary line separating what we will and won't allow
treating others kindly and valuing their feelings, ideas & boundaries
Q2.What might a young carer do?
Q3.Which statements are true?
Q4.Why is it important to respect family members' boundaries?
Q5.Families can face such as moving home, a new baby or a parent or carer getting a new job.
Q6.What is the difference between secrets and surprises?
To help you plan your 5 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: Family change and challenges, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your 5 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: Family change and challenges, 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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