Contrasting Childhoods: Exploring Life in the UK and Kenya

Contrasting Childhoods: Exploring Life in the UK and Kenya

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to compare and contrast the lives of children in the UK and Kenya.

What do you already know about the lives of children in the UK and Kenya?

Introduction

Overview of the lesson and the importance of understanding different childhood experiences.

Geographical Context

Brief description of the UK and Kenya, including their locations and key characteristics.

Family Life

Comparison of family structures and daily routines for children in the UK and Kenya.

Education

Discussion of access to education, school systems, and challenges faced by children in the UK and Kenya.

Play and Leisure

Exploration of recreational activities and playtime for children in the UK and Kenya.

Health and Well-being

Comparison of healthcare access, nutrition, and overall well-being of children in the UK and Kenya.

Conclusion

Summarize the key differences and similarities in the lives of children in the UK and Kenya.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.