Knife Crime KS3 - Young People and Knives

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Teacher
11 - 14
Police
PSHE
Keeping Safe
Personal Safety
1hr 15mins
Last reviewed: 03 Apr 25

Knife crimes involving young people hit the headlines with shocking frequency. This lesson is designed to encourage students to think about the potential consequences of carrying a knife. It looks at some of the reasons that young people might feel they need to carry a knife and asks them to think of alternative options for Bib; a youngster who finds himself in a difficult situation.

The video embedded within the presentation for this lesson contains images of injury and death that some may find distressing.

How To Use

This lesson is a valuable addition to the PSHE curriculum. It addresses the issue of knife crime and will engage young people in thoughtful discussions about the topic. There is also a video to illustrate a scenario in which a young person becomes involved in a violent crime. The video should spark discussion and feedback that will support the main task of the lesson, which is to think of alternative actions that a young person could take to avoid getting involved in a violent incident involving a knife.

Staff should watch video in the lesson presentation and make a judgement call on suitability for their group in advance of delivery.