Year 4 - PSHE - Needs and Wants.
In this lesson the class will learn about the difference between needs and wants. I recommend using a circle time to discuss how there are things in life that we cannot do without (air, food, shelter etc) and there are those things in life we want (Xbox, Macdonalds etc).
This worksheet then provides a table for children to write down a list of needs and wants, and then reflect on the difference between the two.
This is a perfect opportunity to assess whether they have truly understood.
This activity surrounds the 4Rs in the Learning to Learn. Resilience, reciprocity, resourcefulness and reflectiveness.
There are 4 worksheets, each with a many in the middle and bubbles around the outside for children to write down how they can be like that man.
LO: I can identify the differences between rights and responsibilities.
This activity has the class using a Venn diagram to show the responsibilities they had when in year 1 vs year 4. Then they mind map the different rights they have as both a student and a young person.
Lastly they reflect on the difference between rights and responsibilities.
Year 4 - PSHE - Researching different celebrations and cultures.
In this lesson you will give your class the opportunity to research different prominent celebrations from around the world
There are 6 celebrations but you could add more. I have used Eid, Chinese New Year, The Sabbath, Thanksgiving, Diwali and Easter.
An example of the type of questions asked are below:
What celebration am I researching?
Eid
Who celebrates it?
Where is it celebrated?
How do people celebrate it?
What do I need to join in the celebration?
When is it celebrated?
What feelings are felt during this celebration?
Happiness Thoughtfulness Sadness Hope Remembrance
Why?
An editable Google slides assembly presentation for use during Pride Month (June).
Suitable for both KS1 and KS2 with commentary to reflect slides that could be more focused for each key stage.
Detailed notes for each slide included to help deliver the assembly presentation. Visuals and Wigits used to be simple and help SEND and EAL children access. Explanation of what Pride month is, focusing on the values of kindess, acceptance, diversity and love.
Please note: This is a simple overview of Pride month for children. While it mentions LGBTQ+, it does not go into detail of the different orientations. It focuses on the values of kindness and respect towards all people, regardless of their personal identity.
Slides include:
What makes you special?
What are you proud of?
What is Pride month?
When is Pride month?
What does Pride month teach us?
What does Pride month celebrate?
How did Pride month start? (brief overview of the story of Stonewall)
This year’s theme
The rainbow flag (other flags not included)
Who can celebrate pride?
How can I make a change in my school?
Reflection
Prayer for Church schools.
Unleash your inner historian with “History Detectives: Comparing Great Lives!”, a dynamic PowerPoint presentation that turns learning about the past into an exciting investigation. This engaging resource is perfect for students, educators, and anyone curious about the remarkable individuals who shaped our world.
Begin by understanding what makes a person “significant” in history, whether they are famous scientists, brave leaders, or champions for change. The presentation introduces the core skill of “Looking for Clues!” to uncover historical insights.
Embark on a captivating journey of comparison by exploring:
Explorers of Different Worlds!: Compare Christopher Columbus, the explorer of the seas, with Neil Armstrong, the explorer of space. Understand their missions, the technology they used (sailing ships vs. space rockets), their journeys (crossing the Atlantic vs. a “Giant Leap” to the Moon), and how they fundamentally changed the world.
Monarchs, Reformers, and More!: Contrast the reigns of Queen Elizabeth I and Queen Victoria, highlighting their power and impact on Britain.
Nightingale vs. Seacole: Compare the pioneering work of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing, with Mary Seacole, a British-Jamaican nurse who bravely cared for soldiers.
The presentation provides a “History Detective Toolkit!” of comparison skills, guiding learners to analyze when people lived, their main goals, the methods they used, and their lasting impact. Engage in interactive activities like “What’s Different?”, challenging you to spot variations between historical eras.
Finally, discover that “History is a Story of Change!”, emphasizing how the actions and ideas of individuals transform the world. This presentation encourages you to be a proactive “History Detective,” asking questions, comparing stories, and understanding how learning from the past helps us appreciate people across time. This is an essential resource for teaching history, biography, comparative studies, critical thinking, historical analysis, and inspirational figures.
An editable google slides assembly presentation based around Children’s Mental Health Week and its theme of â€Know Yourself, Grow Yourself’.
This resource complements the Place2Be Children’s Mental Health Week resources and activities provided on their website.
Suitable for KS1. We have a separate KS2 version.
Detailed notes for each slide included to help deliver the assembly presentation. Visuals and Wigits used to be simple and help SEND and EAL children access. Extension ideas included in notes to create writing activities based on personal reflection. Opportunities for thinking and partner discussion as well as sharing thoughts, ideas and personal experiences with the assembly or group.
Slides include:
The Aims of Children’s Mental Health Week.
What is Children’s Mental Health Week?
What is mental health?
What does self-awareness mean?
Things that you can do well.
Things you’d like to learn.
Easy Vs Challenging activities.
Perseverance.
Link with Inside Out - Riley’s Island of Personality.
What are your islands of personality?
Reflection and act of worship (prayer) included to be accessible for both community and church schools.
An editable google slides assembly presentation based around Childrens Mental Health Week and its theme of â€Know Yourself, Grow Yourself’.
Suitable for KS2. We have a separate KS1 version.
Detailed notes for each slide included to help deliver the assembly presentation. Visuals and Widgits used to be simple and help SEND and EAL children access. Extension ideas included in notes to create writing activities based on personal reflection. Opportunities for thinking and partner discussion as well as sharing thoughts, ideas and personal experiences with the assembly or group.
Slides include:
The Aims of Childrens Mental Health Week.
What is Childrens Mental Health Week?
What is mental health?
What does self-awareness mean?
Things that you can do well.
Things you’d like to learn.
Perseverance.
Link with Inside Out - Riley’s Island of Personality.
What are your islands of personality.
Reflection and act of worship (prayer) included to be accessible for both community and church schools.
An editable google slides assembly presentation based around Black History Month. The key theme for Black History Month is â€Reclaiming Narratives’ which has been focussed on in the presentation.
Suitable for KS1 & KS2. Key figures in American and British black history are celebrated by learning their stories. Some are commonly known (e.g. MLKjr) and some are lesser known to British children (e.g.Ignatius Sancho). Detailed notes for each slide included to help deliver the assembly presentation. Visuals and Wigits used to be simple and help SEND and EAL children access. Could be used as a classroom lesson to develop more discussion, knowledge, stories and complete writing activity.
Slides include:
What is Black History Month?
Simple quiz for children to guess who the important person is, with a fact page about each one.
Facts about Benjamin Zephaniah and opportunity for writing a poem based on his poem â€The British’.
Reflection and act of worship (prayer) included to be accessible for both community and church schools.
An editable google slides assembly presentation based around Bonfire Night (Guy Fawkes Night).
Suitable for KS1 & KS2.
Detailed notes for each slide included to help deliver the assembly presentation. Visuals and Wigits used to be simple and help SEND and EAL children access. Could be used as a classroom lesson to develop more discussion, knowledge, and understanding of firework saftey.
Slides include:
What is Bonfire Night?
Who was Guy Fawkes?
What was Britain like in 1605?
Differences between Protestants and Catholics in 1605.
What was the gunpowder plot?
How do we celebrate bonfire night?
Bonfire safety.
Reflection and act of worship (prayer) included to be accessible for both community and church schools.
An editable google slides assembly presentation based around World Mental Health Day.
Suitable for KS1 & KS2.
Detailed notes for each slide included to help deliver the assembly presentation. Visuals and Wigits used to be simple and help SEND and EAL children access. Extension ideas included in notes to create writing activities based on personal reflection. Opportunities for thinking and partner discussion as well as sharing thoughts, ideas and personal experiences with the assembly or group.
Slides include:
What is World Mental Health Day?
What is mental health
Scenarios on whether is positive mental health or negative.
How our school is our workplace.
Reflection and act of worship (prayer) included to be accessible for both community and church schools.
An editable Google slides assembly presentation based around the value of determination.
This resource is suitable for KS1 and KS2.
Key questions posed throughout to challenge and deepen children’s understanding of how to show determination. Detailed notes for each slide included to help deliver the assembly presentation. Visuals and Wigits used to be simple and help SEND and EAL children access. Could be used as a classroom circle time activity to develop more discussion.
Slides include:
Definition of determination
Examples and discussions of what determination looks like
Definitions of growth mindset and fixed mindset
Simple quiz to decide if scenario is showing growth mindset or fixed mindset
Reflection and act of worship (prayer) included to be accessible for both community and church schools.
An editable Google slides assembly presentation based around the value of appreciation.
This resource is suitable for KS1 and KS2.
Key questions posed throughout to challenge and deepen children’s understanding of how to show appreciation. Detailed notes for each slide included to help deliver the assembly presentation. Visuals and Wigits used to be simple and help SEND and EAL children access. Could be used as a classroom circle time activity to develop more discussion.
Slides include:
Definition of appreciation
Examples and discussions of what appreciation looks like
Why appreciation matters
Ways to show appreciation
How appreciation is shown in different cultures around the world
Unsung heroes - people who do not get the appreciation they deserve
How appreciation and well being are linked
An appreciation challenge for students to try and do
Reflection and act of worship (prayer) included to be accessible for both community and church schools.
Bring Thoughtfulness to Life in Your KS2 Classroom!
Are you looking for an engaging, ready-to-use resource to explore the vital themes of kindness and consideration with your Key Stage 2 class (ages 7-11)? Our “Thoughtfulness” playscript is the perfect solution for your next class assembly!
Specifically designed for a standard primary class size, this script uniquely features 30 individual speaking parts, ensuring every child can participate meaningfully and feel included. No more time spent adapting scripts or leaving children out – this resource guarantees whole-class involvement.
Centred around the crucial PSHE topic of thoughtfulness, the script uses relatable school scenarios to help children understand what it means to be considerate, notice others’ needs, and choose kindness in their daily interactions. Running at approximately 20 minutes, it fits perfectly into assembly schedules.
Save valuable preparation time with this comprehensive package. You’ll receive the full script with clear stage directions, a detailed character list to simplify casting, and a practical props list using items easily found in school. To further boost engagement, the script includes the integration of a catchy “Kindness Song,”
More than just a performance piece, “Thoughtfulness” is a valuable tool for fostering empathy, promoting positive behaviour, and enhancing pupil wellbeing. It provides a fun, interactive way for children to learn about and practice essential social and emotional skills.
Download “Thoughtfulness” today and deliver a memorable, inclusive, and impactful class assembly that celebrates the power of kindness!
An editable Google slides assembly presentation based around the value of respect.
This resources includes a KS1 and KS2 version.
Key questions posed throughout to challenge and deepen children’s understanding of how to show respect. Detailed notes for each slide included to help deliver the assembly presentation. Visuals and Wigits used to be simple and help SEND and EAL children access. Could be used as a classroom circle time activity to develop more discussion.
Slides include:
Definition of respect
Examples and discussions of what respect looks like
Definitions of respectful and disrespectful
Simple quiz to decide if images are respectful or disrespectful (KS1 version are more simple ideas e.g. sharing, and Ks2 version has examples including online bullying and racism).
Reflection and act of worship (prayer) included to be accessible for both community and church schools.
An editable google slides assembly presentation based around the value of care. Suitable for KS1 but can be used for KS2 if discussion is developed. Key questions posed throughout to challenge and deepen children’s understanding of how to show care. Detailed notes for each slide included to help deliver the assembly presentation. Visuals and Wigits used to be simple and help SEND and EAL children access. Could be used as a classroom circle time activity to develop more discussion.
Slides include:
Definitions of care
Examples and discussions of what care looks like
Definitions of careful, caring and careless.
Simple quiz to decide if images are of careful, caring or careless.
Reflection and act of worship (prayer) included to be accessible for both community and church schools.
Embark on a vibrant journey through the core principles that shape the United Kingdom with “The Tapestry of British Values,” a class assembly script designed to engage and enlighten. This resource is perfect for teachers looking to present an assembly that celebrates the rich and diverse fabric of British society.
Product Description:
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Character List: Characters in the script represent a variety of voices and perspectives, offering students the opportunity to portray and understand different aspects of British values. The list helps teachers assign roles that cater to their students’ strengths and interests.
Recommended Props List: To visually enrich the assembly, a list of suggested props is included. These props can be used to symbolize the British values discussed, making the assembly more interactive and memorable for both the performers and the audience.
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Prepare your class for an inspiring assembly performance that celebrates the true spirit of sportsmanship with our comprehensive class assembly script, “Champions of Character.” This resource is expertly crafted to engage students, teachers, and the entire school community in a thought-provoking presentation on the values of fair play, respect, and teamwork in sports and beyond.
Product Description:
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Character List: Each role is clearly defined, allowing you to assign parts that best suit your students’ abilities and personalities. With a diverse range of characters, every student gets a chance to shine.
Recommended Props List: Enhance the visual appeal of your assembly with our suggested props. This list helps you create an immersive experience that will captivate your audience and reinforce the assembly’s theme.
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Features of this resource include:
Enlightening Script: A detailed and thought-provoking script that addresses the various elements of good citizenship, such as respect, cooperation, and community involvement.
Diverse Character List: Characters that represent different roles within the school and community, giving students the opportunity to express different perspectives on what it means to be a good citizen.
Props Recommendations: A list of suggested props to enhance the visual impact of the assembly and to help convey the message of citizenship more effectively.
Adaptability for Different Groups: Guidelines for adapting the script to suit different year groups and school types, ensuring that the assembly is relevant and engaging for any audience.
The resource is delivered in a PDF format for convenience and easy distribution. If you wish to tailor the script to better suit the needs of your class or to highlight specific citizenship initiatives in your school, you can upload the PDF to Google Docs. In Google Docs, the document becomes editable, so you can make any necessary changes with ease.
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Character List: With a variety of roles that reflect different aspects of the refugee experience, students will have the opportunity to engage with the material deeply. The character list helps teachers assign parts that suit their students while ensuring that the message is conveyed with authenticity and respect.
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