Overview
Students explore the impact of crime on those surrounding the victim and the perpetrator and consider the financial, physical and emotional ripples that crime can have on a community. Please note: This lesson covers sensitive issues around the impact of harm and crime on individuals, including those with a connection to the victim and/or perpetrator….
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Pollution: Expedition to Planet Blueball
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Protecting Local Habitats (KS2)
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Homelessness
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Resilience: Bouncing Back
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Looking Out For Others
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Conflict: Part 2 – Mediation
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Police Powers (SmartLaw Subscription)
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What Happens When Rules are Broken?
Pupils consider what happens when rules are broken. They explore what consequences are, how we can ensure that consequences are fair and what information someone might need to have before…
Taking Responsibility
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