The consequences of knife crime
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain the consequences of knife crime for individuals and communities and how it impacts future choices.
Key learning points
- Knife crime can have legal, physical and emotional consequences for everyone involved.
- Victims, perpetrators, families and communities are all affected by knife crime.
- Being involved in knife crime can affect future education, employment and travel opportunities.
- Healthy, positive decision-making reduces risks and promotes safer communities.
Keywords
Victim - a person who is harmed as a result of another's actions
Perpetrator - an individual who has committed a harmful act
Consequence - the result of something happening
Common misconception
Carrying a knife is only dangerous for the person it’s used against.
Carrying or being near knives puts everyone at risk, including the person holding it. Many injuries in knife crime happen to the person carrying the weapon.
Teacher tip
Before delivering this lesson, speak with your RSHE lead or Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). They may help you connect with specialist charities or local networks that can provide support, advice and information about knife crime relating to your educational setting.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Depiction or discussion of serious crime
Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Depiction or discussion of serious crime
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.If someone breaks a law, they have committed an ...
Q2.What does the word 'possession' mean in a legal context?
Q3.Match the type of knife to the correct category as determined by UK law.
banned knives and weapons
knives you can own, but can't carry in public without good reason
legal carry knives
Q4.There is ‘good reason’ defence for possessing banned offensive weapons.
Q5.Is it an offence for a 16-year-old to try to order a kitchen knife online?
Q6.A criminal record could affect which of the following?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the words to their correct definitions.
a person who is harmed as a result of another's actions
an individual who has committed a harmful act
the result of something happening
Q2.Who might be affected when knife crime happens in a community?
Q3.Match each type of knife crime consequence to an example.
being arrested or getting a criminal record
getting injured or hurt
feeling scared or worried
Q4.Healthy, positive decision-making risks and promotes safer communities.
Q5.If anyone feels worried about weapon-related crime in their community, they should:
Q6.Which of the following statements is false?
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