Using theoretical ideas about free will and determinism, the children get to discuss the big stuff here, applying the free will/determinism concept to their own lives. A great fun lesson which the upper KS2 kids loved!

Relating to cognitive behavioural approaches and art therapy ideas, I’ve been preparing some sessions for my children in upper KS2 for when they return to school. The focus is very much on metacognition and having the emotional vocabulary to describe feelings, but indirectly and through famous artworks and philosophical stories. This resource is lessons 1 and 2 of the series, where children reflect on themselves and ho others see them. I’d love to hear feedback as I produce more in the series!

Year round school: a good idea? Presentation detailing facts and stats and a format for a class debate. Great fun time filler or debate lesson!

Part of Healthy eating week, this activity gets the children to focus on balance and a more holistic version of health. Tried it out today and it was good!

Focusing on self-improvement related to PSHE, this lesson was a big hit among the children in year 6. It draws upon a philosophical story called the Devil’s Gambit, relating to addiction, which I’ve adapted into a tale about bad habits. Note on the resources are in the Powerpoint presentation .

Black history month. A whole- year group task for the day, culminating in a written reflection of Apartheid. Incredibly interesting day's work!