At the start of the lesson, children worked in talk partners to discuss, ‘What makes me special’. The children then shared with the class what was special about their work partner. This helped the children to build on their speaking and listening skills.

The children then used the Dot Com characters to identify similarities and differences. They worked in table groups to discuss their work and share ideas. Together, they began to understand the importance of respecting each other and valuing a person for who they are.

To finish off the children explored the story ‘Someone Else’s Shoes’. This encouraged a whole class debate, on the meaning, of the sayings, “Don’t judge someone till you have walked a mile in their shoes.” and “What if the shoe was on the other foot?“

Next week, we will be working with the School’s Community Police officers and discussing the various jobs within the emergency services.

Miss Akers