Assembly: Challenge stereotypes
In this assembly you will meet Michal, a professional ballet dancer. You will also learn about the importance of challenging stereotypes.
Teacher notes
This assembly could be used as part of Anti-Bullying Week (usually late November). **Lyfta core themes:** Relationships, Equality and Human Rights. **SDG:** 5. **National Curriculum objectives:** KS2 PSHE R32. to understand about respecting the differences and similarities between people and recognising what they have in common with others L9. to learn about stereotypes; how they can negatively influence behaviours and attitudes towards others; to learn strategies for challenging stereotypes. L27. about stereotypes in the workplace and that a person’s career aspirations should not be limited by them. KS3 PSHE L10. to recognise and challenge stereotypes and family or cultural expectations that may limit aspirations. KS2 Citizenship 4e. to recognise and challenge stereotypes 4f. to understand that differences and similarities between people arise from a number of factors, including cultural, ethnic, racial and religious diversity, gender and disability.
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