Who is this lesson for?

This lesson is suitable for pupils in Key Stage 3.

What is included in the lesson?

The teaching resources include a lesson plan, a presentation, a video, worksheets, and suggested activities.

By the end of the lesson, pupils will be able to:

  1. identify when someone is having an allergic reaction

  2. help a casualty who is having an allergic reaction

  3. call for help if required for a casualty who is having an allergic reaction.

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