Perspective
This value topic will support children when they are struggling to understand why some people do what they do. They will learn that when they don’t understand other people’s behaviour it is helpful to find out others stories to see their perspective.
KEY THEMES: Perspective taking. Understanding. Story. Other’s story. Thoughts. Thinking. Looking at something in a different way. Listening. Gain insight. Seeing situations differently. Seeking to understand. Compassion. Get along with others better. Work together. Solve problems and disagreements. Hold on to own perspective. Struggle to understand. Confused. Misunderstanding. Upset. Different wants-preferences-views-experiences-opinions-feelings. Protesting. Put yourself in their shoes. Why do people do what they do? Everyone has a story – Aroha ki te tāngata, Ahakoa ko wai te tāngata (Love people, in spite of who they are).
Have You Ever
- RUNTIME: 1min 51sec
Introduces the concept of Perspective by describing difficult situations where Perspective can be helpful.
Catch Phrase
- RUNTIME: 4min 41sec
Unpacks Perspective; introducing Catch Phrase Actions and tips on how to practise Perspective.
Penrose Triangle
- RUNTIME: 5min 49sec
Liam shows you how to build a STEM project that reminds us about Perspective.
Nailed It or Failed It
- RUNTIME: 5min 58sec
Lyds and Liam take on a challenge that helps them explore the concept of Perspective.
Have You Ever
- RUNTIME: 1min 45sec
Have You Ever
- RUNTIME: 1min 45sec
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