Making Sense of World Conflicts

This series of lesson plans will help pupils aged 13–17 understand the changing face of conflict.

Campaign materials reading 'One Person Killed Every Minute'

Drawing on vast amounts of source material, case studies, and country information, this resource helps investigate the complex subject of conflict with pupils aged 13–17.

Lessons look at key issues in today’s world including:

  • conflicts currently taking place
  • the connections between conflict and poverty
  • how the arms trade works
  • when is conflict a war

There are case studies of Sierra Leone, Cambodia, Manchester and Liberia. The activities build strength in enquiry and discussion skills, as well as high level reasoning and creative thinking.  Ideal for Citizenship and English.

 
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