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Born Free works to stop individual wildlife suffering & protect threatened species in the wild. We create resource packs, aimed at KS2 to KS4, that include full lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations and activities, and detailed links to the National Curriculum. Our cross-curricular resources aim to develop a range of skills, including; decision making, debating, speech writing, performing, presenting, persuasive writing, questioning, reporting and data analysis.

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Born Free works to stop individual wildlife suffering & protect threatened species in the wild. We create resource packs, aimed at KS2 to KS4, that include full lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations and activities, and detailed links to the National Curriculum. Our cross-curricular resources aim to develop a range of skills, including; decision making, debating, speech writing, performing, presenting, persuasive writing, questioning, reporting and data analysis.
KS2 Environmental Club - Pack 5 - Top-Up Pack
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KS2 Environmental Club - Pack 5 - Top-Up Pack

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Born Free’s comprehensive Environmental Club packs are great for teachers running clubs, or simply looking for activities to engage their class with nature. This top-up pack can be used in conjunction with Packs 1, 2, 3, and 4 or can be used independently. It includes activities based on the topics Nature, Threats To Wildlife and Taking Action. Pupils can pick which activities that are particularly important to them and their school, and of course are achievable. The activities are designed to be run on a weekly basis, but can be run across a longer time-frame depending on the interest of the club members and the amount of time they would like to dedicate to them. Starting an Environmental Club at your school is a great way to promote wild animal conservation and welfare while helping your pupils engage in practical learning. If you need any support please contact education@bornfree.org.uk Did you enjoy these activities? Search for Born Free’s Environmental Club Packs 1, 2 and 3!
Should We Keep Wild Animals In Captivity?
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Should We Keep Wild Animals In Captivity?

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Created by Born Free, to accompany a zoo visit, this resource pack provides pupils and teachers with the information they need to understand the issues of keeping wild animals in zoos. Pupils can then evaluate their own relationship with zoos and think critically as to whether wild animals should be kept in captivity. Included within this resource pack: Two full in-class lesson plans Accompanying presentations, worksheets and posters Notes on how to approach a class visit to zoo, or other captive facility A range of suggested follow-up activities Please leave a review. Your feedback helps us to continue to deliver high quality content, free of charge. Any questions? Contact us education@bornfree.org.uk
KS2 Home School Resources - Geography
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KS2 Home School Resources - Geography

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A selection of curriculum-linked worksheets and activities, perfect for KS2 children learning from home. These can be used as an additional classroom resource for teachers. Our Education Programme aims to instill a love of wildlife in young people, so each of our resources has been linked to an animal or habitat that Born Free is working to protect. New resources will be added regularly, so keep an eye out for more! • KS2 English - How a captive animal feels • KS2 Science - Animal Teeth/ Herbivores, Carnivores & Omnivores (classification) Enjoy, have fun, and let us know how you are getting on by reaching out to education@bornfree.org.uk with your questions, photos and news.
KS1 Home School Resources - Geography
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KS1 Home School Resources - Geography

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A selection of curriculum-linked worksheets and activities, perfect for KS1 children learning from home. These can also be used as an additional classroom resource for teachers. Our Education Programme aims to instill a love of wildlife in young people, so each of our resources has been linked to an animal or habitat that Born Free or our partners are working to protect. New resources will be added regularly, so keep an eye out for more! Other resources include: • KS1 English • KS1 Maths • KS1 Science Enjoy, have fun, and let us know how you are getting on by reaching out to education@bornfree.org.uk with your questions, photos and news.
Decision Making Exercise – Should animals have the same rights as humans?
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Decision Making Exercise – Should animals have the same rights as humans?

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This workshop uses the true story of Pole Pole the elephant to encourage pupils to consider if animals should be given the same rights as humans. Pupils work in small groups to represent the three main stakeholders (a UK zoo, an African government and Pole Pole) involved in bringing Pole Pole from Africa to the UK. Each group gives their views in a debate/discussion and the pupils can then vote whether she should stay in Africa or go to the zoo. The real story is then told and pupils are encouraged to think about the feelings of animals in zoos. These resources are designed for Key Stage 2 but they can easily be adapted for all Key Stages. This workshop is planned to take approximately two hours, or can be taken as either one or two sessions. This topic has many cross-curricular links that are highlighted below, with strong links to the Science, English, Geography, SMSC and Citizenship curriculums. Please leave us a review, or email any questions to education@bornfree.org.uk
Chocolate: Are we sacrificing biodiversity for pleasure? Born Free's Great Debate for KS3
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Chocolate: Are we sacrificing biodiversity for pleasure? Born Free's Great Debate for KS3

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Chocolate: Are we sacrificing biodiversity for pleasure? An affordable luxury, a little treat or a much-anticipated indulgence after a long day, but should we be more aware of the true price of cocoa production to both wildlife and farmers? Born Free’s Great Debate aims to provide teachers with the tools to engage their students in meaningful debates about key wildlife or environmental topics. Students will not only gain knowledge about the debate topic, but also skills that will help them to research, frame and deliver an argument. Armed with these skills, young people are more equipped to take action such as reducing their impact on biodiversity and the environment, by making simple lifestyle changes, and encouraging others to follow. Lesson 1. The argument for cocoa production • To understand the social, economic and environmental benefits of cocoa production • To rank and justify the benefits of cocoa production. Lesson 2. The argument against cocoa production • To understand the social, economic and environmental cost of cocoa production • To rank and justify the costs of cocoa production. Lesson 3. Researching the issue • To analyse a range of arguments • To summarise and organise material to support arguments with factual detail • To justify viewpoints. Lesson 4. The Great Debate • To speak confidently and effectively by participating in formal debates and structured discussions • To listen and learn from others. Lesson 5. Sustainable chocolate • To make sustainable choices and take action to reduce the impact on local and global biodiversity. Get in touch: education@bornfree.org.uk
KS2 Environmental Club - Pack 1 - Nature
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KS2 Environmental Club - Pack 1 - Nature

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This comprehensive pack is great for teachers looking for activities to engage their school’s Environmental Club, or for those who simply want to get their class out into nature. Based on the theme of local nature, this pack includes a range of ideas and activities that can be run across a school term. Pupils can pick which activities that are particularly important to them and their school, and of course are achievable. The activities are designed to be run on a weekly basis, but can be run across a longer time-frame depending on the interest of the club members and the amount of time they would like to dedicate to them. Starting an Environmental Club at your school is a great way to promote wild animal conservation and welfare while helping your pupils engage in practical learning. If you need any support please contact education@bornfree.org.uk Did you enjoy these activities? Search for Born Free’s Environmental Club Packs 2, 3 and 4!
Last Chance to Paint 3: Precious Africa
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Last Chance to Paint 3: Precious Africa

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Last Chance to Paint is a collaboration between artist John Dyer, Born Free and the Eden Project, and encourages children to create their own piece of art, inspired by John’s journeys around the world. Chapter 3 is linked to the KS2 national curriculum in art & design, music, science, English, geography, citizenship and SMSC and offers opportunities for an Africa Project. This project offers a range of classroom-based interactive learning experiences to bring the vibrant sights and sounds of the different habitats and ecosystems to life, and highlight the threats faced by the people, plants and animals who live there. Home to the Big Five (lions, leopards, elephants, rhino and buffalo), Kenya inspires visions of wide-open savannahs, soaring mountains and tribal culture. Despite these idyllic images, co-existence is not easy, with increasing human populations, shrinking habitats and climate change pushing people and wildlife ever closer together.
Chocolate: Are we sacrificing biodiversity for pleasure? Born Free's Great Debate for KS2
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Chocolate: Are we sacrificing biodiversity for pleasure? Born Free's Great Debate for KS2

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Chocolate: Are we sacrificing biodiversity for pleasure? An affordable luxury, a little treat or a much-anticipated indulgence after a long day, but should we be more aware of the true price of cocoa production to both wildlife and farmers? Born Free’s Great Debate aims to provide teachers with the tools to engage their students in meaningful debates about key wildlife or environmental topics. Students will not only gain knowledge about the debate topic, but also skills that will help them to research, frame and deliver an argument. Armed with these skills, young people are more equipped to take action such as reducing their impact on biodiversity and the environment, by making simple lifestyle changes, and encouraging others to follow. Lesson 1. The argument for cocoa production • To understand the social, economic and environmental benefits of cocoa production • To rank and justify the benefits of cocoa production. Lesson 2. The argument against cocoa production. • To understand the social, economic and environmental cost of cocoa production • To rank and justify the costs of cocoa production. Lesson 3. Researching the issue • To analyse a range of arguments • To summarise and organise material to support arguments with factual detail • To justify viewpoints. Lesson 4. The Great Debate • To speak confidently and effectively by participating in formal debates and structured discussions • To listen and learn from others. Lesson 5. Sustainable chocolate • To make sustainable choices and take action to reduce the impact on local and global biodiversity. Get in touch: education@bornfree.org.uk
Chocolate: Are we sacrificing biodiversity for pleasure? Born Free's Great Debate for KS4
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Chocolate: Are we sacrificing biodiversity for pleasure? Born Free's Great Debate for KS4

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Chocolate: Are we sacrificing biodiversity for pleasure? An affordable luxury, a little treat or a much-anticipated indulgence after a long day, but should we be more aware of the true price of cocoa production to both wildlife and farmers? Born Free’s Great Debate aims to provide teachers with the tools to engage their students in meaningful debates about key wildlife or environmental topics. Students will not only gain knowledge about the debate topic, but also skills that will help them to research, frame and deliver an argument. Armed with these skills, young people are more equipped to take action such as reducing their impact on biodiversity and the environment, by making simple lifestyle changes, and encouraging others to follow. Lesson 1. The argument for cocoa production • To understand the social, economic and environmental benefits of cocoa production • To rank and justify the benefits of cocoa production. Lesson 2. The argument against cocoa production • To understand the social, economic and environmental cost of cocoa production • To rank and justify the costs of cocoa production. Lesson 3. Researching the issue • To analyse a range of arguments • To summarise and organise material to support arguments with factual detail • To justify viewpoints. Lesson 4. The Great Debate • To speak confidently and effectively by participating in formal debates and structured discussions • To listen and learn from others. Lesson 5. Sustainable chocolate • To make sustainable choices and take action to reduce the impact on local and global biodiversity. Get in touch: education@bornfree.org.uk
What Does The Future Look Like For Cattle Farming?  Born Free's Great Debate for KS2
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What Does The Future Look Like For Cattle Farming? Born Free's Great Debate for KS2

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Wildlife and Farming: What does the future look like for cattle farming? Demand for beef and dairy products continues to rise around the world. Yet with 39% of Earth’s habitable land already used for livestock farming, and some farming methods causing damage to habitats, water courses and the climate, can we continue to farm cattle in the same way, or do we need to reduce our consumption? Born Free’s Great Debate aims to provide teachers with the tools to engage their students in meaningful debates about key wildlife or environmental topics. Students will not only gain knowledge about the debate topic, but also skills that will help them to research, frame and deliver an argument. Armed with these skills, young people are more equipped to take action such as reducing their impact on biodiversity and the environment, by making simple lifestyle changes, and encouraging others to follow. Lesson one – Land Conversion & Deforestation Animal agriculture has changed over time, but what impact does this have on wild habitats? Lesson two – Pollution & Climate Change Identify some of the environmental costs of intensive cattle farming. Lesson three – Biodiversity Loss Understand the effect that intensive cattle farms can have on biodiversity and that different farming techniques can have different impacts. Lesson four – Holding the Debate Participate, listen and learn through a formal debate. Lesson five – Action Planning Identify calls to action for a campaign and make a plan to bring about local change.
What Does The Future Look Like For Cattle Farming?  Born Free's Great Debate for KS3
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What Does The Future Look Like For Cattle Farming? Born Free's Great Debate for KS3

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Wildlife and Farming: What does the future look like for cattle farming? Demand for beef and dairy products continues to rise around the world. Yet with 39% of Earth’s habitable land already used for livestock farming, and some farming methods causing damage to habitats, water courses and the climate, can we continue to farm cattle in the same way, or do we need to reduce our consumption? Born Free’s Great Debate aims to provide teachers with the tools to engage their students in meaningful debates about key wildlife or environmental topics. Students will not only gain knowledge about the debate topic, but also skills that will help them to research, frame and deliver an argument. Armed with these skills, young people are more equipped to take action such as reducing their impact on biodiversity and the environment, by making simple lifestyle changes, and encouraging others to follow. Lesson one – Land Conversion & Deforestation Animal agriculture has changed over time, but what impact does this have on wild habitats? Lesson two – Pollution & Climate Change Identify some of the environmental costs of intensive cattle farming. Lesson three – Biodiversity Loss Understand the effect that intensive cattle farms can have on biodiversity and that different farming techniques can have different impacts. Lesson four – Holding the Debate Participate, listen and learn through a formal debate. Lesson five – Action Planning Identify calls to action for a campaign and make a plan to bring about local change. There is also the opportunity to extend this study and look more closely into animal welfare and water usage on cattle farms.
Environmental Club - Pack 1 - KS3/4
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Environmental Club - Pack 1 - KS3/4

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This comprehensive pack is great for teachers looking for activities to engage their school’s Environmental Club, or for those who simply want to get their class to learn more about wildlife. This pack includes a range of ideas and activities that can be run across a school term. Pupils can pick which activities that are particularly important to them and their school, and of course are achievable. The club can be teacher or pupil led, with the option of delegating club roles and responsibilities across members. The activities are designed to be run on a weekly basis, but can be run across a longer time-frame depending on the interest of the club members and the amount of time they would like to dedicate to them. Starting an Environmental Club at your school is a great way to promote wild animal conservation and welfare as well as environmental stewardship, while helping your pupils engage in practical learning. If you need any support please contact education@bornfree.org.uk
KS1 Home School Resources - Science
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KS1 Home School Resources - Science

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A selection of curriculum-linked worksheets and activities, perfect for KS2 children learning from home. These can be used as an additional classroom resource for teachers. Our Education Programme aims to instil a love of wildlife in young people, so each of our resources has been linked to an animal or habitat that Born Free is working to protect. New resources will be added regularly, so keep an eye out for more! • KS1 Science - Herbivores, Carnivores & Omnivores Enjoy, have fun, and let us know how you are getting on by reaching out to education@bornfree.org.uk with your questions, photos and news.
Lions for Life - Biology
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Lions for Life - Biology

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Help your students to learn about the vital ecological role lions play in their savannah habitats, the threats they face and what we can do to protect them. These resources, linking film content, PowerPoints and student activities, are suitable for KS3 and tailored to meet Biology learning objectives. Learning Objectives: To understand the interdependence of organisms in an ecosystem, including food webs. To describe the impact of ecosystems that are out of balance. To develop knowledge on key terminology on the topic of biology, ecology and conservation. To ask questions and develop a line of enquiry based on observations of the real world, alongside prior knowledge and experience.
Lions for Life - Philosophy & Ethics
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Lions for Life - Philosophy & Ethics

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Help your students to learn about the different ethical perspectives that drive conservation. These resources will discuss the vital ecological role lions play in their savannah habitats, the threats they face and what we can do to protect them, whilst facilitating discussion on real world ethical dilemmas in conservation. Learning objectives To develop knowledge and appreciation of the differing ethical perspectives in conservation and global issues, and use these to form personal perspectives. To develop a critical knowledge, understanding and awareness of issues relating to conservation, human rights, animal rights, culture and diversity, and social justice. To develop knowledge and appreciation of, and respect for, their environment to empower students to take an active role in its stewardship.
What Does The Future Look Like For Cattle Farming?  Born Free's Great Debate for KS4
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What Does The Future Look Like For Cattle Farming? Born Free's Great Debate for KS4

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Wildlife and Farming: What does the future look like for cattle farming? Demand for beef and dairy products continues to rise around the world. Yet with 39% of Earth’s habitable land already used for livestock farming, and some farming methods causing damage to habitats, water courses and the climate, can we continue to farm cattle in the same way, or do we need to reduce our consumption? Born Free’s Great Debate aims to provide teachers with the tools to engage their students in meaningful debates about key wildlife or environmental topics. Students will not only gain knowledge about the debate topic, but also skills that will help them to research, frame and deliver an argument. Armed with these skills, young people are more equipped to take action such as reducing their impact on biodiversity and the environment, by making simple lifestyle changes, and encouraging others to follow. Lesson one – Land Conversion & Deforestation Animal agriculture has changed over time, but what impact does this have on wild habitats? Lesson two – Pollution & Climate Change Identify some of the environmental costs of intensive cattle farming. Lesson three – Biodiversity Loss Understand the effect that intensive cattle farms can have on biodiversity and that different farming techniques can have different impacts. Lesson four – Holding the Debate Participate, listen and learn through a formal debate. Lesson five – Action Planning Identify calls to action for a campaign and make a plan to bring about local change. There is also the opportunity to extend this study and look more closely into animal welfare and water usage on cattle farms.
Lions for Life - Geography
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Lions for Life - Geography

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Help your students to learn about physical landscapes of lion habitats, the threats they face with a specific focus on the impact of climate change on the surrounding wildlife and communities and what we can do to protect them. These resources, linking film content, PowerPoints and student activities, are suitable for KS3 and tailored to meet Geography learning objectives. Learning objectives To extend locational knowledge and deepen spatial awareness of African countries, including knowledge of key physical characteristics. Understand how human and physical processes interact to influence and change landscapes, environments and the climate; and how human activity relies on effective functioning of natural systems. To explain how food chains and food webs work in the African savannah, including how animals have unique adaptations and characteristics developed to survive this environment and keep a balanced ecosystem. To understand how human actions are destroying and altering ecosystems.
Animal Adaptations - Should Wild Animals Be Kept As Pets?
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Animal Adaptations - Should Wild Animals Be Kept As Pets?

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KS2 Lesson on animal adaptations, focusing on wild animals kept as pets. Learning Objectives: To explain the different adaptations animals use to survive in the wild. To be able to identify how these adaptations provide an advantage in an animal’s natural habitat. Explain why some animals are not suitable as pets. Wild animals are perfectly adapted to life in their natural habitat. However, thousands of people across the UK now own an exotic or dangerous wild animal as a pet, including tigers, lions and primates. Through this standalone lesson learn about different wild animal adaptations and allow pupils to discuss whether they think wild animals should be kept as pets. If you like our resources, please leave a review! You can book free workshops from a member of the Born Free Education Team. Contact us at education@bornfree.org.uk
KS2 Home School Resources - Maths
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KS2 Home School Resources - Maths

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A selection of curriculum-linked worksheets and activities, perfect for KS2 children learning from home. These can be used as an additional classroom resource for teachers. Our Education Programme aims to instil a love of wildlife in young people, so each of our resources has been linked to an animal or habitat that Born Free is working to protect. New resources will be added regularly, so keep an eye out for more! What’s included? • KS2 Maths - Enough Space for a Leopard? - Shape, Space & Measure Word Problems • Answer & Explanation Sheet for parents and teachers Enjoy, have fun, and let us know how you are getting on by reaching out to education@bornfree.org.uk with your questions, photos and news.