A series of short dramas exploring the formative move from primary to secondary school from the young person's point of view.
These short films are taken from the BAFTA-winning series, L8R Youngers 2.
These short films will be relevant for teaching PSHE and social studies at KS2 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and 2nd Level in Scotland.
Due to the sensitive nature of the subject matter, we strongly advise teacher viewing before watching with your pupils.
Balancing new and long standing relationships. video
Close friends Eli and Joe struggle to maintain their friendship at secondary school.
Pressure from bullies. video
Shanice feels under pressure to fool around in class.
Support from friends against bullies. video
Julie is being picked on by Lauren and her friends. She hides in the toilet before PE.
Problems at home affecting life at school. video
Joe's volatile home life leads to him forgetting his homework and getting detention.
Coping with reading difficulties. video
Chaz loves the drama but faces embarrassment because of his reading difficulties.
Problems with a bad reputation. video
Joe has to deal with inheriting his brother's bad reputation at secondary school.
If your students need support
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