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The Importance of Equality – Simone de Beauvoir

Explore Simone de Beauvoir’s ideas on gender equality through creative projects and storytelling—empowering students to advocate for fairness.

Why Choose This Course?

Embark on an exciting journey into the life of Simone de Beauvoir, a pioneering thinker who fought for gender equality and challenged societal norms. The course begins with a video set in Iceland, where gender equality laws are inspired by movements like de Beauvoir’s. Students will investigate areas in their schools and communities where equality may be lacking and consider how fairness can be improved. Through activities like creating comic strips and developing posters, students will not only learn about de Beauvoir’s impact but also how to implement her ideas in their everyday lives.

Learning Goals

  • Philosophical Understanding: Gain insight into Socrates’ teachings and their relevance in today’s world. Creative Expression: Illustrate Socratic ideas through comic strips and design, using Canva. 


  • Critical Thinking: Reflect on how trust impacts communities and apply these lessons in a modern context. 


  • Collaboration: Work together to share ideas and explore how trust strengthens relationships. 


  • Problem-Solving: Develop strategies to enhance trust in various aspects of life.


  • Personal Growth: Reflect on your own actions and how you can build trust with others in your life.

Global Impacts Already Made

This course has empowered children worldwide to become published authors, share their voices, and contribute to meaningful causes through storytelling. Their books not only inspire readers but also generate real-world change, making this program a unique opportunity to connect creativity with impact.

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Key Information

United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s)

  • All of our courses empower students to take action towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals for a better world. This course specifically focuses on the goals shown below.

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Ages:  Year 3 upwards

Course Duration: 1 Lesson

Time per Lesson: 60-90 mins

Key Curriculum Areas:   Writing Communication, Literacy, Creative Arts, Digital Literacy, Citizenship Ethics, Leadership Teamwork, Community Engagement

Teacher/s:  Gavin McCormack 

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