Key learning objectives and topics covered lesson by lesson:
Healthy Minds Lesson 1
To identify what is meant by healthy minds and self-talk
Feelings & Emotions
To examine links between thoughts and feelings
Different Thinking Styles
To understand the different types of mindset that people have and how Self-talk affects these.
Looking for Evidence
To examine how to avoid jumping to conclusions
The File Game
To find evidence to challenge negative thoughts
Putting It Into Perspective
To examine how to avoid catastrophizing
Real Time Resilience
To challenge negative thoughts in the moment
Assertiveness
To develop assertive behaviour in difficult situations
Negotiation
To practice the skills of negotiation
Coping Strategies
To practice coping strategies for when we feel extreme anger or sadness
Solving Dilemmas
To use problem-solving skills to solve dilemmas
Visualised Relaxation
To try visualization techniques as a method of supporting challenging emotions
Knowledge Organiser Test
Overcoming Procrastination/Knowledge Organiser Retest
To examine ways of overcoming procrastination
Social Skills Development
To develop social skills by applying healthy minds knowledge
Decision Making
To evaluate options to make positive decisions
Problem Solving
To consider the thoughts of others when problem solving
Religious Places of Worship
To examine why places of worship are important to religious people Knowledge Organiser Retest
Christian Rules for Living
To evaluate the importance of the 10 commandments
Islamic Key Beliefs
To identify what is meant by the 5 pillars of Islam and how they influence Muslims
Buddhist Rules for Living
To examine the 5 precepts and their influence on Buddhists
Life After Death
To examine differing beliefs on life after death
Does God Exist?
To evaluate arguments for and against the existence of God
Healthy Lifestyle Choices
To examine how to make healthy lifestyle choices (Hygiene, diet, dental care)
The Importance of Sleep
To examine the importance of the amount and quality of sleep
Healthy Eating & Exercise
To explore the importance of a healthy diet and exercise
Physical Changes Within Puberty
To identify physical changes within puberty
Mental & Emotional Changes Within Puberty
To examine how to manage physical and emotional changes in puberty
Sexting
To evaluate the dangers of sexting
Knowledge Organiser Test
Religious Views on War
To examine how religious beliefs influence involvement in war
The 9/11 Attacks
To explain how acts of violence lead to religious discrimination
Islamophobia
To examine how prejudice links to discrimination
Extremism & Radicalisation
To identify how people influence the beliefs of others
Forgiveness
To examine views towards forgiveness