International Women’s Day

Aim: The Big Questions: Resources:

R21. about what is kind and unkind behaviour, and What is inequality? Lesson Pack
how this can affect others
Why is it important
R22. about how to treat themselves and others with to learn about how to
respect; how to be polite and courteous challenge inequality on
International Women’s
R25. how to talk about and share their opinions on Day?
things that matter to them

I know that all people are equal and I can talk about
how to treat people fairly and how to challenge any
unfairness.

Success Criteria: Key/New Words: Preparation:

I can explain if I think something is fair or unfair. equality, equal, fair, unfair, Equality Sorting Cards - one set per small group
rights, protect, difference,
I know what ‘being fair’ means. pledge, discriminate, Making a Difference Pledge Cards - one per child
prejudice, action, choice,
I can recognise situations where equality is shown. Mindful Colouring Activity Sheet - one per child
inequality, bias, gender
I can think of ways I can challenge if something is bias, challenge, change International Women’s Day KS1 Activity Pack -
unfair or unequal to help make the world a more as required
equal and fair place for all people.

I can think of something I can do to help make the

world a more equal and fair place for all people.

Prior Learning
It would be helpful if the children had previously considered the importance of treating all people with kindness and respect, no matter
who they are or where they are from.

Special Considerations

Prior to the lesson, consider any children in your class who are facing unfair situations and think about how you will tackle this.

Learning Sequence
Reconnecting – Is It Fair? Share and discuss the Big Questions. Using the Lesson Presentation, show the
children the images and captions which give examples of situations that people may find themselves in. Put
the children in pairs and ask them to discuss each image. Ask them if they think each situation is fair or not.
Invite children to share their thoughts. Read the given information to explain what ‘being fair’ means and to
summarise the importance of treating all people fairly.

Exploring – Equality and Inequality: Using the Lesson Presentation, explain that although we are all different,
we are all equal as we all have the same rights and we deserve to have those rights respected. Show the
children the mixed-up definition of equality in the Lesson Presentation. Work as a class to move the pieces
around to create the correct definition. Read the definition aloud and explain that equality (the state of being
equal in status, rights or opportunities) is something that all people should enjoy, no matter who they are or
where they are from and that all people have the right to live safe, happy, healthy and fulfilling lives – being
who they want to be. Put the children into groups and give each group a card from the set of Equality Sorting
Cards. Ask each group to sort their cards into ones that depict equality and ones that show inequality. Invite
the children to share their findings and discuss together what they could do if they witnessed or experienced
the inequality.

Exploring - International Women’s Day: Using the Lesson Presentation, explain that people throughout the
world are trying to make it a more equal and fair place. Introduce International Women’s Day and explain that
it is a day which celebrates women’s achievements and helps the world to be a more equal place for women.
Using the Lesson Presentation, discuss why it is important to not just show equality in our choices and
behaviour but also to choose to challenge when we see inequality or gender bias. Explore together ways in
which this can be done using the examples on the Lesson Presentation. Invite the children to talk to a partner
about what International Women’s Day is and why we have it.

This resource is fully in line with the Learning Outcomes and Core Themes outlined in the PSHE Association Programme of Study.

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 Reflecting - Making a Difference: Share the image and information given in the Lesson Presentation to
explain that we can all do something to make a difference and that by working together, we can make the
world a more equal and fair place by choosing to challenge inequality and gender bias. Give each child one
of the Making a Difference Pledge Cards and ask them to draw or write something they would like to do to
influence equality. Invite the children to share their pledges. These can then be displayed in the classroom.
Return to the Big Questions and assess the children’s learning.

Consolidating – Mindful Colouring: This is an optional activity to fit between the Exploring and Reflecting activities if
there is time available. Give each child a Mindful Colouring Activity Sheet and ask them, as they colour, to reflect on
all they have learnt about equality, choosing to challenge inequality and International Women’s Day. Ask the children to
think specifically about how everything they have learnt makes them feel. If appropriate, invite some of the children to
share any thoughts and feelings they have had.

Make sure to support any children who find working in a small group or sharing their thoughts and feelings tricky.

Invite children to research inspirational women who have changed the world.

Carry out a range of activities from the International Women’s Day KS1 Activity Pack.

Learning Environment:
Follow these guidelines to prepare a safe and positive climate for learning when you are preparing to teach PSHE and
Citizenship.
Policies: If, at any time, you have any concerns about a child’s safety or wellbeing, consult your school’s safeguarding and child protection
policies.

Rules: Remind children of the class agreement or ground rules for discussion.
Expect: Anticipate sensitive issues and plan how you will respond in the event of a spontaneous disclosure, so you are prepared to protect
children from revealing personal information to others, while not discouraging them from seeking support.

Procedures: Ensure that all children know what steps to follow to seek help and support if they feel uncomfortable or anxious during or after the
lesson, within and outside of school.

Ask: Encourage children to ask any questions they may have, before, during or after the lesson, and provide a Question Box for children to
submit questions anonymously if they prefer.

Respond: Always set aside time to explore any questions that are raised, either with the whole class, or separately if more appropriate.
Enable: Be aware of any individual circumstances that may mean that children need extra support to enable them to participate in this lesson.

This resource is fully in line with the Learning Outcomes and Core Themes outlined in the PSHE Association Programme of Study.

PSHE and Citizenship | KS1 | International Women’s Day visit twinkl.com