Assembly: No need to be afraid

Teacher notes

This assembly introduces Jasmin aged 12, who moves to Somaliland from Finland with her family. It can be used to explore the themes of new beginnings, embracing two or more cultures and facing one's fears. It can be used in KS2 or KS3. **Please note that the film in this assembly is 13 mins long. You may therefore wish to book a slightly longer session if appropriate.** **Lyfta Core themes:** Community and Citizenship, Culture and Identity, Equality and Human Rights, Health and Wellbeing, Learning and Growth, Relationships. **SDGs:** 3,4,11. **Lyfta Core Skills and Values** Adaptability & Flexibility, Critical Thinking, Empathy & developing multiple perspectives, Intercultural Competence, Perspective-Taking, Positive Attitude. **National Curriculum Objectives:** KS2 PSHE H25. about personal identity; what contributes to who we are (e.g. ethnicity, family, gender, faith, culture, hobbies, likes/dislikes) R19. about the impact of bullying, including offline and online, and the consequences of hurtful behaviour R21. about discrimination: what it means and how to challenge it L8. about diversity: what it means; the benefits of living in a diverse community; about valuing diversity within communities L9. about stereotypes; how they can negatively influence behaviours and attitudes towards others; strategies for challenging stereotypes L10. about prejudice; how to recognise behaviours/actions which discriminate against others; ways of responding to it if witnessed or experienced KS3 PSHE H1. how we are all unique; that recognising and demonstrating personal strengths build self-confidence, self-esteem and good health and wellbeing H2. to understand what can affect wellbeing and resilience (e.g. life changes, relationships, achievements) R40. about the unacceptability of prejudice-based language and behaviour, including racism and faith-based prejudice.