Why Do We Pay Taxes? (Part 2)

What was Democracy Ambassadors? Between April 2018 and March 2019 Young Citizens worked with youth leaders to recruit 1,000...

This lesson forms the final part of a three-part unit on democracy.  Pupils learn about democracy and the rule of law. They discover the different roles of parliament, government and…

In this lesson pupils will read a tale adapted from Egyptian legend which tells of the love and care which two brothers showed for each other. In discussion, pupils will…

By the end of the lesson students will: Understand key economic terms including taxation, welfare benefits, public spending and...

Students critically consider the needs of a fictitious town and how to spend it’s £250 million budget wisely. Working...

Pupils will learn that public services are largely funded through the payment of taxes to the government. To access this content, register for our School Subscription.

In this lesson students examine what the rule of law is and why we need it. They consider how and why laws are made in the UK and what the…

Over a series of short sessions, pupils will have the opportunity to consider topical issues related to their school life. Pupils will consider the strength of arguments for and against…

Through the example of Brexit talks, this lesson introduces pupils to the concept of negotiation and the skills required to succeed in negotiations. Activities are designed to give pupils the…

Many children in classrooms all around the country are dealing with cancer in one way or another at any given time. This lesson seeks to answer some of their questions…

In this lesson pupils will take part in discussions relating to situations of conflict. Pupils will consider actions which provoke conflict and actions which can help to calm conflict. They…

In this lesson pupils will think about what it means to be part of a family and how they can make a positive difference in their family life. Pupils will be…