Annual Planner of Events – PSHEE/Citizenship

1. Annual Planner of Events – PSHEE/Citizenship To be able to use this resource, you need to play the power point. Click on the links to take you to a page of websites that you may find useful. All links were correct in September 2013 Jane Fletcher Teaching & Learning Consultant

2. Events for September September 8th International Literacy Day 14th World First Aid Day 15th International Day of Democracy 21st International Day of Peace 26th European Day of Languages

3. Events for October October -Black History Month 1st International Day of Older Persons 2nd International Day of non-violence 4th World Animal Day 4th -10th World Space Week 7th-13th Children’s Book Week 10th World Mental Health Day 10th World Sight Day 11th International Day of the Girl Child 15th Global Handwashing Day 16th World Food Day 17th International Day for the Eradication of Poverty 18th October Anti-Slavery Day 23rd to 30th One World Week 29th Make a Difference Day

4. Events for November November 4th National School Meals Week 5th Firework safety 11th Armistice Day 18th -24th Global Entrepreneur Week 18th -24th International Education Week 18th – 22nd Anti Bullying Week 18th – 24th Alcohol Awareness Week 19th – 25th Road Safety Week 19th World Toilet Day 20th National Roast Dinner Day 20th Universal Children’s Day 22nd 11 Million Takeover Day

5. Events for December December 1st World AIDS Day 2nd International Day for the Abolition of Slavery 10th International Human Rights day

6. 8th September International Literacy Day • The theme for 2013 is Literacies for the 21st Century see UNESCO site for ideas and teaching materials • To get ideas that can help you mark International Literacy Day, browse through the teaching resources listed on the Global Dimension database under the topic 'Education'

7. 14th September World First Aid Day • The theme for 2013 is First Aid and Road Safety see information pack • The British Red Cross has also produced a first aid education kit for UK schools and youth organisations entitled Life. Live it. • St John Ambulance provide First Aid training. Contact carl.makins@sja.org.uk Tel: 01246 200272

8. 15th September International Day of Democracy • Think Global site • Useful resources "On this International Day of Democracy, let us redouble our efforts to support all people, in particular the young – the drivers of this year’s momentous events – in making democracy a working reality. This Day belongs to them. Let us honour their commitment to a lifelong journey in democracy. “ Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon

9. 21st September International Day of Peace • Peace One Day – Great educational materials for all key stages including Friend Our World, an online learning hub for children to unite in friendship games of geography, languages and global citizenship • Sport and Peace Assembly • Information about the reasons why we have an International Day of Peace. Quick facts page. • Practical suggestions for acts of peace

10. 26th September European Day of Languages • Main website for information • Access to resources for the day • A link to a booklet called ‘A passport to the European Union’ to use within the classroom. Ideas for teachers and other resources

11. October - Black History Month • A wide range of teaching materials and assemblies available here • The Real Histories Directoryis a resource tool for teachers, parents, pupils and the wider community to support them in teaching and learning about cultural diversity in the UK • Official BHM site with information, order your KS2 and 3 teachers pack here. • The American BHM site, includes resources which cover a wide range of subject areas–be aware that their black history month is in February

12. 1st October International Day of Older Persons • Celebrating the major contributions older people give to society, this day is about raising awareness of the impact of an ageing population and the need to ensure people can grow old with dignity. • An excellent slideshow to prompt discussion can be found here or see UN website

13. 2nd October International Day of non-violence • Marked on the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of non-violence. • teaching resources relating to non-violence 'Peace‘ • more about the life of Gandhi on the BBC History and  BBC Religion web pages

14. 4th October World Animal Day • Set up in 1931 as a way of highlighting the plight of endangered species. Since then it has grown to encompass all kinds of animal life and is widely celebrated in countries throughout the world. • Resources

15. 4th-10th October World Space week World Space Week 2013: "Exploring Mars, Discovering Earth" is all about what many consider the Next Frontier- the planet Mars • If you plan to organize an event between 4 and 10 October register your 2013 event directly, or you can contact your National Coordinator to see what you can do in your country.

16. 7th – 13th October Children’s Book Week • An annual celebration of reading for pleasure for children of primary school age.  Booktrust Children's Books Week website has links to lots of useful resources, ideas and activities. These include a 'Books from around the world' guide to help you plan a Children's Book Week celebration linked to books from other countries and cultures. • contact cbw@booktrust.org.uk for further information

17. World Mental Health Day10th October • 2013 World Mental Health Day Theme is Mental health and older adults • World Mental Health Day – information and links to further sources. • Further information regarding the purpose of the day. • Use your SEAL materials to look at the emotional health and well being of young people.

18. World Sight Day10th October • The theme for 2013 is Universal Eye Health • Educating about blindness prevention, and generating support for VISION 2020 programme activities World Sight Day website has a range of materials see resources

19. 11th October International Day of the Girl Child • Promoting girls’ rights, highlighting gender inequalities and addressing discrimination and abuse suffered by girls around the globe. • There are lots of fun, exciting and informative ways that your school can learn about this issue, including a new resource pack to use. • see film clip about why the day of the girl child is important. • Also see MalalaYousafzaiclip

20. Global Handwashing Day15th October • Global Handwashing Day – Great website with resources and all of the information you will need. • Please wash your hands assembly

21. World Food Day – 16th October • “Sustainable Food Systems for Food Security and Nutrition” will be the focus of World Food Day in 2013 see the Main World Food Day website Enter the poster competition Some case studies to get ideas from.....

22. International Day for the Eradication of Poverty - 17th October • International Day of the Eradication of Poverty – useful website with links to other resources. • Search for suitable resources here

23. 18th October Anti-Slavery Day • Raising awareness of modern-day slavery and human trafficking by learning about slavery past and present. Loan the Slavery Artefacts box which has materials suitable for KS 2,3,4&5. Contact jfletcher@cfbt.com See other resources and case studies

24. One World Week 20th -27th October • 2013 theme  "More than Enough?" • One World Week- main website with information about what the week involves. • Useful resources for the classroom.

25. Make a Difference Day27th October • Make a Difference Day - Main website with all of the information, have a look at the free resources • Throughout October CSV will share hints and tips about getting involved with volunteering in your community. • Email difference@csv.org.uk for more info about the campaign

26. 4th-8th November National School Meals Week An opportunity to celebrate all that is great about school lunches see website • Register as an Ambassador here • Encourage non users to trial the service

27. November Firework Safety Websites • Fire work safety code - posters and safety leaflets to download and discuss with pupils. Firework code reminds them of what to do. • Resources page for teachers to download posters, leaflets and general information regarding fireworks. • Welephant’sWebsite – stories and games • Firework code leaflet. • Fireman Sam – video and games for R/KS1

28. November 11th Armistice Day • Armistice Day, also known as Poppy Day or Remembrance Day, commemorates the sacrifices of members of the armed forces and of civilians in times of war, specifically since World War 1. Royal British Legion's learning pack includes lesson ideas for KS2-4 on the themes of conflict, remembrance and the importance of peace and can be downloaded for free.

29. Global Entrepreneurship Week18th-24th November • Main website for the week – useful resources register and find out what schools have done in previous years….. • A4 Leaflet - 10 easy ways to get involved in the week • Enterprise trading game

30. International Education Week 18th – 24th November • International Education Week ideas for activities throughout the week. The British Council has a team of education and communications specialists working on the organisation of International Education Week. Please contact Vicky Gough for more information on the offer for schools • Excellent resources across the key stages

31. National Anti Bullying Week18th– 22ndNovember • This year's theme for Anti-Bullying Week: The future is ours: safe, fun and connected • Lincolnshire Anti-Bullying campaign provides Contact sophie.whitehead@lincolnshire.gov.uk all schools in the county with support and guidance on dealing with bullying. • A link to some SEAL assembly materials • Anti-Bullying Alliance - Information for teachers links to other pages and lesson plans – a great site to use. Order your anti bullying toolkit too. • Anti-bullying activity ideas

32. Alcohol Awareness Week18th – 24th November • The theme for this year is ‘Conversations about alcohol’ see Alcohol Concern site • Drinkaware a site with materials and advice on talking to young people about alcohol • Other resources for teachers parents and young people • Teaching resources are avialable to loan from jfletcher@cfbt.com

33. Road Safety Week 18th – 24th Nov This year’s theme is ‘Tune in to road safety’ register now with Brake • Royal society for the prevention of accidents and THINK! good resources for teachers and parents • Encourage pupils to become Junior Road Safety Officers! • Game to play with the children to reinforce road safety messages. • Interactive activities to complete with the children, has 3 levels. • ‘Holding Hands’ interactive resource about how to get to school safely • Road safety crossword – good to use as a plenary or starter. • Green cross code quiz – interactive • Don’t forget your Bobby Bear road safety lesson plans!

34. World Toilet Day19th November • World Toilet Day – main home page with information • resources

35. 20th November National Roast Dinner Day • Roast Dinner Day has inspired hundreds of schools to serve millions of roast dinners, all on the same day.Why not invite parents and the wider community to enjoy a locally sourced or organic roast dinner with pupils and staff?

36. Universal Children’s Day 20th November • An opportunity to inform children of their rights according to the Declaration of the Rights of the child and the Convention on the Rights of the Child. (see photo essays at the bottom). • Primary school assemblies to promote the meaning of Universal Children’s Day • A link to other resources

37. 11 Million Takeover Day 22nd November • Takeover Day gives children and young people the chance to work with adults for the day and be involved in decision-making. Children benefit from the opportunity to experience the world of work and make their voices heard, while adults and organisations gain a fresh perspective on what they do • Official site

38. World AIDS Day – 1st December “Getting to zero: zero new HIV infections. Zero discrimination. Zero AIDS related deaths". • Main website for resources and general information • World Aids Campaign resources to download • Further resources to download

39. International Day for the Abolition of Slavery – 2nd December • Artefacts box to loan: The Slave trade is perhaps the biggest human tragedy that affected the highest number of people for the longest span of time in history. Resources exploring the issues are available suitable for KS2 ,3 and 4. The Adventures of Ottobah and Teachers Handbook which contains curriculum guidance and lesson plans for KS2 and KS3 (meeting KS3 History Curriculum). Contact jfletcher@cfbt.com for details • Information and teaching resources related to slavery • See Anti-Slavery Day October 18th

40. International Human Rights Day – 10th December Human Rights Day promotes awareness of human rights issues around the world, and highlights the efforts of the United Nations to improve global human rights conditions • A great free teaching resource to order for teaching human rights at KS3. • Links to lessons to use with Y2 and Y6. • Other resources including Declaration of the Rights of the child