Small-group discussions are vital for the development of children’s oracy: a smaller audience, lower stakes, and more opportunities to speak usually means greater confidence. Small groups also create more critical thinking – ideas and opinions are immediately put under scrutiny and subject to lively interrogation. But letting them off the leash to work together can […]
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Are some lies worse than others? This week, a philosophy session-plan that delves deep into the nature of deception. Starter: Auction of LiesTell a tiny lie that could be true like “My middle name is Susan”. Ask them to raise their hands, as if in an auction, to tell a slightly bigger lie. If you
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The prospect of being famous has always excited people, and in an age of vloggers, influencers and talent shows, it’s probably never felt more possible. So this week, a range of activities to explore the connections between fame, excellence and reward. Are famous people better than the rest of us? Would it be better to
