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Learning objective
- To describe what makes a good friend.
Success criteria
- I can suggest what makes a good friend.
- I
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Statutory guidance
RSE and Health
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Cross-curricular links
English
Spoken language
Pupils should
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Explain that the children will revisit key vocabulary from the previous lessons in the unit. Display slide 1 of the Presentation: Vocabulary spinner. Click to spin the wheel and read the word aloud. Ask the children to share a definition of the word with a partner.
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing support
- Should use the Resource: Sentence starters when writing during the Activity: Friendship chain in the Main event.
- Could work with a partner or an adult during the Activity: Friendship chain.
Pupils working at greater depth
- Should give two different examples for each prompt and how the actions make friends feel during the Activity: Friendship chain in the Main event.
- Could discuss the following with a partner for ways they can help a friend in the Main event: Can you think of a time when you showed respect as a friend, even if it was difficult? What could a good friend do if they make a mistake and upset someone? Does everyone agree on what makes a good friend?
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding can:
- Suggest
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Vocabulary definitions
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friendship
A caring relationship where people enjoy time together and trust each other.
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inclusive
Allows everyone to take part.
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In this unit
Assessment – RSE & PSHE Y3: What helps us feel safe and included?
Lesson 1: How can I respect myself?
Lesson 2: What are personal boundaries?
Lesson 3: What makes a family?
Lesson 4: How can I be a good friend?
Lesson 5: How can we repair a friendship after a falling-out?
Lesson 6: What are the different types of bullying?
