A 15-minute KS3 “In the News” lesson on policing, race and misinformation
Separating fact from online myth using official statistics
This lesson helps Key Stage 3 students respectfully discuss the murder of Henry Nowak and the police failings that followed. It examines public reactions to the case, the rise in hate crime against the Sikh community, and the spread of online misinformation claiming police treat white people more harshly. Using official data on use of force and deaths in custody, students learn to challenge false claims, think critically about media coverage, and reflect on their own feelings. Built-in ground rules, signposting to support services, and teacher guidance ensure the topic is handled with care and sensitivity.
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