Overview
This assembly is an introduction to the life and teachings of Mahatma Gandhi.
Some of the themes that the assembly looks at can be further explored in the lessons:
Inspirational People
Democracy Parts 1 – 3
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Raising Awareness
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Representation
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We Stand up for Others (poster)
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Raising Awareness
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Why Do We Pay Taxes? (Part 2)
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Preventing Infectious Diseases
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