Adolescence PSHE Lesson 15: The Bigger Picture

In this powerful KS4 PSHE lesson, students move beyond the story of Adolescence to explore the real-world scale of violence against women. Titled The Bigger Picture, this lesson introduces shocking statistics, case studies, and small-group discussions to help students understand how culture, control, gender expectations, and trauma contribute to violence against women.

Through five real-life case studies and guided reflective questions, students consider perpetrators’ motivations, the ripple effects of harm, and how empathy, justice, and social change are interconnected. This is a challenging but essential session that helps learners think critically and compassionately about responsibility and prevention.

💡 What’s Included in Lesson 15

Each lesson in the Adolescence PSHE series includes:

• PowerPoint presentation (PPTX) – ready-to-teach version

• Editable Canva version – adapt for your class or school context

• PDF version – for easy printing or projection

• Full lesson plan – with objectives, trauma-informed teaching tips, and delivery guidance

• Observation form – for peer or mentor reflection

• 5 real-world case studies with discussion prompts

• Project rubric – for summative assessment and end-of-unit evaluation

🧠 In this Lesson, Students Will:

• Examine the broader issue of violence against women in real-world contexts

• Reflect on perpetrators’ actions, motivations, and social influences

• Analyse patterns of behaviour and systems that enable harm

• Discuss empathy, justice, and accountability as tools for change

• Begin connecting their learning to their final creative project work

🧩 Lesson 15 Features:

• Full 60-minute lesson presentation

• 5 real-world case studies for group discussion

• Starter and exit reflection tasks

• Time allocated for project development

• Safe discussion guidelines for sensitive content

• Student and teacher materials to support trauma-informed delivery

🧍‍♀️ Perfect For:

PSHE | Citizenship | RSE | English crossover lessons

This lesson bridges the fictional world of Adolescence with real-world understanding. It challenges students to confront difficult truths while encouraging empathy, social responsibility, and the drive to make positive change.

🌱 Themes Explored:

• Violence against women in real-world contexts

• Understanding perpetrators, patterns, and causes

• Empathy, justice, and accountability

• Cultural attitudes and gender-based violence

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