Are all lies bad Lesson Plan

The lesson plan for Key Stage 1 pupils delves into the complex topic of honesty and deception through an engaging and interactive approach. The lesson starts with a brief 3-minute 'Starter' activity titled "Have you ever...?", where pupils are encouraged to consider their own experiences with 'naughty' actions by raising their hands if the scenarios apply to them. This icebreaker sets the stage for a whole-class discussion about the relevance of the topic, helping pupils understand why it's important to discuss the nature of lying and its moral implications.

Following the introduction, the class engages in a 5-8 minute activity called "Find the white lie", where pupils read through scenarios of lies being told. They express their opinions with thumbs up or thumbs down gestures, reflecting on the acceptability of lying in certain contexts and whether some lies can be justifiable. This leads to a "Is honesty the best policy?" exercise, where in pairs, pupils evaluate specific situations to decide if lying could be appropriate, supported by a range of possible responses. The whole class or individual pupils then spend time considering different opinions on lying, making judgments on which views they believe are correct. To wrap up, the entire class gets involved in a voting activity, using arguments for and against to inform their decision. For those who finish early or require an additional challenge, there is an extension task where pupils create a story or storyboard about a character who lied, using provided prompts to guide their creativity. The lesson plan includes keywords such as 'Lie', 'White lie', and 'Feelings', and provides support for SEND learners, ensuring inclusivity and understanding for all pupils.