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Inspirational People – Gandhi

This assembly is an introduction to the life and teachings of Mahatma Gandhi.

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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