Taking Part
3 primary works • 9 total works
Book 2
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A series of six books that introduce the elements of the Citizenship curriculum by showing how children can take an active part in the local community, the global community and at home or school. In An Eco-School the children of Hagbourne School in Oxfordshire show that they know all about protecting the environment. The book describes how and why they save energy and water, recycle their lunchtime leftovers and work to improve the local environment. As well as a glossary and an index, endmatter also includes further suggestions for getting involved.
A series of six books that introduce the elements of the Citizenship curriculum by showing how children can take an active part in the local community, the global community and at home or school. In A Caring School the children of Latchmere School in Kingston upon Thames show that they really take care of each other. The book describes the Friendship Squad that makes sure no one is lonely, the Buddy System that helps new pupils settle in, and the Mediators who help people sort out their problems.
A series of six books that introduce the elements of the Citizenship curriculum by showing how children can take an active part in the local community, the global community and at home or school. Each book uses photographs to follow a particular project from inception to final result. As the text unfolds, the books show children working together, setting goals, expressing and explaining themselves, recognising the roles of voluntary, community and pressure groups, making decisions and developing skills. As well as a glossary and an index, endmatter also includes further suggestions for getting involved.
A series of six books that introduce the elements of the Citizenship curriculum by showing how children can take an active part in the local community, the global community and at home or school. Each book uses photographs to follow a particular project from inception to final result. As the text unfolds, the books show children working together, setting goals, expressing and explaining themselves, recognising the roles of voluntary, community and pressure groups, making decisions and developing skills. As well as a glossary and an index, endmatter also includes further suggestions for getting involved.
Community Helpers shows Citizenship in practice as the children of Branscombe School in Devon organise and take part in many projects for their local community. They organise several money-raising events to build up a community fund, they plant an orchard to celebrate the Millennium, and they invite all the local senior citizens to a Harvest Lunch. The book shows the children working together, setting goals, expressing and explaining themselves, making decisions and developing skills - all requirements of the Citizenship curriculum.
Pupil Parliament shows Citizenship in practice as the children of Stanley Road School in Richmond upon Thames take part in that area's Pupil Parliament. Each year, every primary school in the borough elects two pupils to represent them on the Pupil Parliament, which meets three times a year. The book shows the children working on campaigns, holding elections, making speeches and learning about staying fit and healthy.