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To the other side by Erika Meza

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  This is a super story. I love the way the story begins as a game but there is a gradual realisation both for the characters in it and the reader, that this is not a game; it’s very real.  It’s a wonderful, age-appropriate way to explore refugee awareness in KS2.  Lesson plan aimed at Y4-6 Text : To the other side by Erika Meza Enquiry question : What are your dreams? Starter : Look at the cover of the book; what do you see? What first impressions do you have of this book and its subject matter? How do you think the children in the picture are feeling? Why do people wear masks, what are the children standing behind? Any other predictions for the story? Main : Read “The other side” by Eriks Meza stop after the characters sit on a fence and discuss what they might win and discuss: -        Is this really a game? What’s going on here, what clues are there to help us understand what is really happening? -        W
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Someone Just Like You by Helen Docherty and David Roberts

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  Lesson plan can be used in all year groups - see different options for follow up work below Text: Someone just like you by Helen Docherty and David Roberts Enquiry question : How can you make someone feel safe? RSE links : Respectful relationships : practical steps they can take in a range of different contexts to improve or support respectful relationships. Starter : Discuss the front cover of the book; what do you predict this story is about? Look at the dedication inside the front cover: This story was inspired by the words of Jo Cox: ‘We have more in common than that which divides us.’” What does this mean? Main : Read “Someone like you” and discuss: -           What do you notice about the children shown on the opening page’ how are they similar and different? Why has the illustrator chosen to place the children on the page in those positions? -           Consider the images on the se
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You need to chill by Juno Dawson

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  KS2 lesson plan Text : You need to chill by Juno Dawson Lesson plan by Andrew Moffat www.no-outsiders.com Enquiry Question : What has happened to Bill? Success criteria : I know we are all different / I know what judgement is / I can choose to be non-judgemental and accepting of others RSE links: Caring Friendships That healthy friendships are positive and welcoming towards others and do not make others feel lonely or excluded Respectful Relationships The importance of respecting others even when they are very different from them What a stereotype is and how stereotypes can be unfair, negative or destructive Starter : Consider the title; what does it mean to chill? Can you think of a context where someone might need to chill? Has anyone ever told you to chill? Look at the picture of the sofa on the first page; what are the clues to who lives here? What kind of family do you think lives here? Now look at the picture on the next page showing children arriving at school; what are the fe
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My Brother George by Kelly and Zoey Allen

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     KS2 lesson plan Text : My brother George by Kelly Allen  Lesson plan by Andrew Moffat www.no-outsiders.com Enquiry Question :  How does language I choose to use affect others? Success criteria : I know we are all different / I know what judgement is / I know I can choose how to respond / I know how my language can affect others RSE links: Caring Friendships That healthy friendships are positive and welcoming towards others and do not make others feel lonely or excluded Respectful Relationships The importance of respecting others even when they are very different from them What a stereotype is and how stereotypes can be unfair, negative or destructive Starter : What is judgement? Can you think of a situation in which someone might feel judged? Consider the enquiry question; what do you think it means?  Read the dedications at the front of "My Brother George": "To George, the most wonderful boy in the world. You are such a kind and gentle soul and the world is a happi
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The perfect fit by Naomi Jones and James Jones

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  Y1-2 lesson plan Text: The perfect fit by Naomi Jones and James Jones Lesson plan by Andrew Moffat Enquiry Question: How do I fit in? Success criteria: I know I am not exactly the same as you, I know we all have differences, I can think of ways everyone can join in Starter: What clues does the book cover give to this story? Want do you think the story is going to be about? What is the same and what is different about shapes you see on the cover? Main: Read “The perfect fit” discuss: -           Describe a triangle -           How are the circle making sure triangle doesn’t feel like an outsider? -           “She decided to find somewhere she could truly belong” – why? -           Which games worked with the squares, which games did not work? -           “It’s ok,” said the squares, “we don’t mind.” How are the squares making sure the triangle does not feel like an outsi
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I am Nefertiti by AnneMarie Anang and Natelle Quek

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  I am Nefertiti by AnneMarie Anang and Natelle Quek lesson plan by Andrew Moffat www.no-outsiders.com Learning questions : Why are names important?  Article:  https://www.upworthy.com/teacher-mispronouncing-names-on-purpose-serves-a-purpose?rebelltitem=1#rebelltitem1 RSE links:  (Respectful Relationships) -The importance of respecting others even when they are very different from them (for example, physically, in character, personality or backgrounds), or make different choices or have different preferences or beliefs. -Practical steps they can take in a range of different contexts to improve or support respectful relationships. -The conventions of courtesy and manners -The importance of self respect and how this links to their own happiness. -That in school and wider society they can expect to be treated with respect by others, and that in turn they should show due respect to others, including those in positions of authority. Success criteria : I can recognise respectful behaviour an
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Women play football

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  KS2 Women and football 100 years ago lesson plan by Andrew Moffat www.no-outsiders.com Learning questions : How do ideas change?   What is a stereotype, how do we challenge stereotypes? How do I make my voice heard? Article: https://www.theguardian.com/football/blog/2009/sep/09/england-women-football RSE links:   -That in school and in wider society they can expect to be treated with respect by others, and that in turn they should show due respect to others, including those in positions of authority. -Alongside understanding the importance of self-respect and self-worth, pupils should develop personal attributes including honesty, integrity, courage, humility, kindness, generosity, trustworthiness and a sense of justice Success criteria : I know what equality means / I know what equality in sport means / I know there wasn’t always equality in sport /I know what I can do today to make sure there is eq
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