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Ruby Boots: Lesson One (Life in an Armed Forces family)

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Here is a lesson plan for PSHE classrooms, suitable for ages 11-14, introducing Forces life.

This two-part series helps foster empathy and understanding around change for both Forces and civilian pupils. Find Lesson Two here.

Following this lesson, pupils will be able to:

  • Understand what life is like for young people from Armed Forces families.
  • Explore emotions associated with frequent change, moving, and separation.
  • Suggest realistic ways they can support peers experiencing change.

The lesson plan also includes an interactive card game.

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