The Commonwealth through film: Secondary

Ages

11–16

Duration

Medium (5-11 activities)

Nation

England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales

Related calendar events

World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue & Development
21 May

This film-focused resource explores what it means to be part of the Commonwealth, offering insights into the culture and identity of Commonwealth countries and reflecting on life in the UK.

The activities centre on four carefully chosen films from across the Commonwealth to engage and excite students in exploring key themes: The First Grader; Mandela Long Walk to Freedom; Tracks and He Named Me Malala.

This resource is designed to work across a range of subjects and enable pupils to develop a range of skillsin the following curriculum areas: English and literacy, citizenship, wellbeing, PSHE, PSE and PDMU, PSHE, media and film studies and geography.

This resource includes

This Resource Supports

Citizenship
History
World History
PSHE Education

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