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Active Citizenship
Social, Personal and Health Education (SPHE) · 5th Class · Myself and the Wider World · 4.º Período

Active Citizenship

Pupils explore the concept of democracy and the rights and responsibilities of citizens. They learn about local government and how community decisions are made.

NCCA Curriculum SpecificationsSPHE Strand: Myself and the wider world - Developing citizenshipSPHE Strand: Myself and the wider world - Local and global citizenship

About This Topic

Pupils explore the concept of democracy and the rights and responsibilities of citizens. They learn about local government and how community decisions are made.

Key Questions

  1. What does it mean to be a good citizen?
  2. What are children's rights?
  3. How can I make a positive difference in my community?