Death, grief and loss
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain the possible impacts of grief and know where to get support.
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.
Teacher tip
Ensure you are aware of pupils' situations before teaching this lesson. Pupils who have recently experienced a loss may find the content of this lesson difficult to go through.
Content guidance
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 term to the definition.
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.
Q2.What is grief?
Q3.How might people experience grief differently?
Q4.Grief can involve many , including feeling numb at times.
Q5.Which of these statements about grief and culture is true?
Q6.Where can people get support when they are grieving?
To help you plan your 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 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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