Learning objective
- To begin to understand how Parliament works.
Success criteria
- I understand how Parliament
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Non-statutory guidance
The National curriculum states,
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Cross-curricular links
British values
- Democracy.
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Display the Presentation: Speak like an expert and use the activity to recall prior learning on democratic processes, such as in Year 4, Citizenship, Lesson 6: Local councillors.
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support
Should use the Activity: Parliament quiz – multiple choice, which provides options for each answer to circle or tick.
Pupils working at greater depth
Could be challenged to find out more about Parliament by reading the booklet provided using the link: 'UK Parliament education website'; should be challenged to think in more detail each part of the board game, for example, explaining what the square ‘Meet people in your constituency. Move forward 3 spaces’ means and why meeting people in the constituency is a good thing, which results in moving forward in the game.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: understanding the basics of
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Vocabulary definitions
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government
A group of people who make rules and decisions to help run a country, town or city.
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House of Commons
A part of the UK government where elected members (MPs) meet to discuss and make laws.
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Last update: 26th August, 2025
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