A lesson to introduce what chemical weapons are and how they fit within international humanitarian law. Students will understand the facts about what chemical weapons are and why they are banned, discuss why we have rules during conflict, and consider why some of these rules are absolute or when there are exceptions.
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Keywords

war, conflict, chemical weapon, law

Resource Type

  • Teaching / Lesson Plan

Language

  • English

Region

  • Global

Grade/Age

  • Secondary (11-18 years)

Audience

  • Teacher

Topic

  • War and Conflict

Focus Area

  • Education in Emergencies