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These two PowerPoints explain the impact of hurtful words and encourage children to think before they speak.

Through reflection activities and interactive discussions, children will explore how words can affect others and how they can be kinder in their everyday conversations. Each assembly includes time for children to reflect on what they have learned and how they can apply kindness and thoughtfulness in their own lives.

These assemblies are a great way to introduce friendship, the importance of kindness, and help children understand the power their words have in both face-to-face and online situations.

Ideal for primary school settings, these assemblies can be used for KS1, KS2, or mixed-age classes.

What’s included:
✔ 14-slide PowerPoint and 12-slide PowerPoint
✔ Interactive content to engage students and encourage reflection
✔ Simple and practical ways for children to show kindness and think before speaking

Key features of Assembly 1:
✸ Discussing the “Sticks and Stones” saying – is it true?
✸ Reflecting on the best and worst things people have said
✸ Understanding what happens when words are spoken without thought
✸ Exploring times when people hurt others, both face-to-face and online
✸ Reflection time: Saying positive things
✸ Reflection time: Thinking before speaking

Key features of Assembly 2:
✸ Using an apple to symbolise the power of mean words
✸ Exploring what children can do when upset by someone’s words
✸ Demonstrating how hurtful words can’t be taken back using toothpaste as a symbol
✸ Watching a video to show how powerful words can be
✸ Reflection time: Understanding the power of words

Why this assembly stands out:
✔ Encourages kindness and empathy in daily life
✔ Promotes awareness of both online and offline bullying
✔ Simple and engaging content that children can relate to
✔ Suitable for all primary school age groups, KS1 and KS2
✔ Perfect for fostering a positive school environment focused on respect

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