Amnesty ‘Power of the Pen’ resource now available for KS2&3
Every year, Amnesty inspires thousands of people to write letters to assist stop human rights abuses. These letters hold governments to account, protect lives, and demonstrate support to people around the world.
Their Power of the Pen material is now available for key stages 2 and 3. It assists learners discover the impact their words can have as they write letters in support of real people in real danger right now.
It is a compelling approach for learners to explore global matters and develop abilities in persuasive writing and self-expression.
Two lessons and accompanying PowerPoint, activity sheets, case studies, film clip and curricular links. It can be taught as two one-hour lessons or one lesson with homework. all are available for download at the bottom of this page.
The resource is aimed at ‘KS3 English, Citizenship, Geography, Religious Studies and Humanities educators, Literacy Coordinators, and all educators seeking to develop literacy across the curriculum and support whole school SMSC’. For further guidance, see the relevant UK information.
