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- Year 10
Death, grief and loss
I can explain the possible impacts of grief and know where to get support.
- Year 10
Death, grief and loss
I can explain the possible impacts of grief and know where to get support.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Loss can include death, but also things like moving or relationships ending.
- Grief is a natural and personal response to loss.
- People experience grief in different ways and at different paces.
- It is understandable for someone expriencing the loss or death of a loved one to feel a range of emotions.
- Cultural and personal beliefs shape how we process death and loss.
Keywords
Grief - a physical and emotional response to a loss or bereavement
Separation - in this context, losing someone or something important, making you feel a strong sense of loss
Common misconception
Grief always means crying or sadness.
Grief can show up as a range of emotions, including anger, numbness, or silence. There’s no 'right' way to grieve.
To help you plan your year 10 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: Death, grief and loss, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 10 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: Death, grief and loss, 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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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the term to the definition.
in this context, when people who were together part ways
people or services that offer help with emotional and practical needs
when a married couple legally ends their marriage
Q2.Which statement about separation is true?
Q3.How do people react to family change?
Q4. about emotions can reduce a person's confusion and anxiety.
Q5.How can support networks help during big life transitions?
Q6.How can separation or family changes affect a person?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the term to the definition.
when people who were together part ways
the way in which two or more people are connected
organisations that offer help