Equal Chances to Learn: Education for Everyone
Learning Goals:
- Learn new words about education and fairness.
- Talk about why everyone should have the same chances to learn.
- Read a story about a girl who struggled to go to school.
- Listen to a school leader talk about school problems.
- Write about why education is important for everyone.
Key Words:
- Education: Learning and gaining knowledge.
- Fairness: Treating everyone the same way.
- Equal: The same amount or quality.
- Opportunity: A chance to do or have something.
- Resources: Things that help us learn, like books, teachers, and computers.
Let’s Talk About It!
- What are some things you like about your school? (Teachers, friends, classes, activities.)
- Do you think everyone has the same chance to go to a good school? Why or why not?
- What are some things that can make it difficult for kids to get a good education? (Not enough money, living far from a school, not having good teachers.)
Let’s Read a Story!
Ana lived in a small village. There wasn’t a school nearby, and her family didn’t have much money. Ana loved to learn, but she didn’t know how she could go to school. Then, one day, some good news arrived…
Questions About the Story:
- Why was it difficult for Ana to go to school?
- How do you think Ana felt?
- What do you think the good news was?
Listen and Learn!
(Teacher plays a short interview with a school principal talking about how some schools have more money than others. Focus on key words like “funding,” “resources,” and “fairness.”)
Talk with a Partner!
One of you is a student. The other is a government official. The student explains why they need more resources for their school.
Example:
- Student: “Our school doesn’t have enough books or computers. It’s hard to learn without those things.”
- Official: “I understand. We’re trying our best to make sure all schools have the resources they need.”
Homework:
Write a short paragraph about why you think education is important. Why should everyone have a chance to learn?
Extra Fun:
Imagine you’re the president! What would you do to make sure every child has a good education?
