Exploring British Values: What Makes Us Us?
Exploring British Values: What Makes Us Us?
Lesson duration is: 75 minItems in this lesson
Exploring British Values: What Makes Us Us?
Session Aim
At the end of the lesson you will understand British values, recognise what it means to be British, and take part in discussions and debates about respect, tolerance and the British way of life.
What do you already know about British values?
What do you already know about British values?
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Knowledge Check
What British values do you know? Can you name a value you think is important in the UK?
Icebreaker: Find Your Match
Each student receives a card with a British value. Find another student with the same value. Say one thing you know about it.
are prisons too soft?
yes
No
Democracy
I
ROL
MRATOTWDFAB
which one?
Should the voting age be lowered?
to 16
to 17
Increased to 21
What should happen with a jury of 12?
For or
Fill in the blanks
Select a word to create your first fill in the blanks word
Drag and Drop
Democracy
Rule of Law
Individual liberty
Mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faith and belief
Enter your question here
Category 1
Category 2
Enter your question here
how would you rate your knowledge on British Values?
What Are British Values?
British values are ideas that guide the way people in the UK live and treat others. They help bring everyone together.
Our Lesson Journey
1. Learn about British values and what it means to be British. 2. Explore typical British things. 3. Discuss real life scenarios. 4. Take part in group debates and activities.
Rule of Law
The law is the same for everyone in the UK. Laws help keep us safe and treat all people fairly.
Democracy
In the UK, people have a say in how things are run. We vote to choose leaders and share opinions.
Individual Liberty
People are free to make their own choices in life, as long as they respect others and follow the law.
Respect & Tolerance
Respect means showing kindness to all. Tolerance means accepting people with different faiths, beliefs and backgrounds.
What Makes Someone British?
People in Britain come from many cultures. We are united by the values we share.
You can be British by birth, by moving here, or by following British values.
British Identity
Being British
Typical British Things
Fish & chips, tea, red buses, and saying 'sorry'! What other things do you think of as British?
Celebrating Diversity
Britain is proud to have many languages, foods, and celebrations from around the world.
Input: What Would You Do?
If you saw someone being treated unfairly because of their beliefs, what would you do? Talk with a partner.
Scenario 1: Debate
Discuss
Situation
Debate in pairs or small groups. Why might rules like this exist? What does respect and tolerance mean in this case?
In a classroom, a student can't wear a religious symbol. Is this fair? Should everyone be able to show their beliefs?
Scenario 2: Choice & Law
Discuss
What is the difference between freedom to choose and following the law? Share your ideas.
Situation
Someone wants to graffiti on a wall as art. Is it their right? Or might they be breaking the law?
Knowledge Check: Quick Quiz
1. Name one British value. 2. What does individual liberty mean? 3. Give an example of respect.
Interactive: British Values Hunt
Look for posters or symbols in the classroom or school that show British values. Share what you find.
Input: Share Your Story
Have you experienced respect, democracy or tolerance before? Tell your partner about it.
End of Session Test: True or False
1. British values are only for people born in the UK. ( ) 2. Democracy means voting. ( ) 3. Respect is only for people you like. ( ) 4. Rule of law helps keep us safe. ( )
Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.
