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What topic	Stereotypes and inclusion
What length (min)	30
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Lesson Plan: Stereotypes and Inclusion

Subject

Health Education

Year Level

Grade 6

Duration

30 minutes

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Learning Objectives

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

• Define stereotypes and understand their impact on individuals and communities.
• Recognise the importance of inclusion and acceptance.
• Identify ways to challenge stereotypes and promote inclusivity in their school and community.

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Materials Needed

• Whiteboard and markers
• A4 paper
• Coloured pencils or markers
• Post-it notes
• Handouts (optional)

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Lesson Outline

Introduction (5 minutes)

1. Greeting and Warm-Up

   • Welcome students and introduce the topic.
   • Start with a quick question: “What do you think of when you hear the word ‘stereotype’?”
   • Allow a few students to share their thoughts.

2. Definition of Stereotypes

   • Explain what a stereotype is: a widely held but oversimplified and generalized belief about a particular group of people.
   • Provide examples relevant to the students’ experiences (e.g., sports, school subjects, cultural groups).

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Main Activity (15 minutes)

Activity 1: Stereotype Brainstorm (7 minutes)

1. Group Brainstorming

   • Divide the students into small groups of 4-5.
   • Each group will write down different stereotypes they know on the whiteboard.

2. Discussion

   • Bring the class back together.
   • Discuss the stereotypes listed and challenge students to think critically about them: “Are these always true? How do they make people feel?”

Activity 2: Inclusion Circle (8 minutes)

1. Creating an Inclusion Circle

   • Ask students to think about what inclusion means and why it is important.
   • Distribute A4 paper and coloured pencils/markers.
   • Each student will draw a circle and write their name in the centre. They will then pass the paper around the class, and each student will write something positive about the person in the circle (e.g., a talent, a kind action, etc.).

2. Sharing

   • After the circles have been completed, invite a few students to share their circles and what they learned about their classmates.

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Conclusion (5 minutes)

1. Reflection on Stereotypes and Inclusion

   • Lead a discussion on the lessons learned about stereotypes and how they can harm relationships and communities.
   • Emphasise the importance of being inclusive and supportive of each other.

2. Post-it Note Commitment

   • Give each student a Post-it note and have them write one thing they can do to promote inclusion in their school. Collect and display these on a wall or board dedicated to inclusion to remind everyone of their commitments.

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Assessment

• Observe group discussions and participation during activities.
• Review the Post-it notes to gauge understanding and commitment to promoting inclusion.

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Extensions

• Encourage students to explore this topic further through research on famous individuals who have challenged stereotypes or promoted inclusion in society.
• Assign a reflective journal entry where students can express their thoughts on how stereotypes have affected them personally or how they can promote inclusion in their daily lives.

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Additional Resources

• Videos or stories about individuals overcoming stereotypes.
• Articles about the importance of diversity and inclusion.

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This lesson plan aims to engage Grade 6 students in understanding and critically thinking about stereotypes and the value of inclusion within their community, aligning with Australian education standards.