Education in Emergencies

This is a short animation video by UNHCR that defines the term "asylum seeker." This video can be useful preparation for a lesson and also be used within lessons to bring this topic to life for students.

This is a short video about a refugee child called Rahf, her memories of her life in Syria, and her reflections on her new life in Luxembourg. There is also an accompanying lesson plan that teachers can use alongside this video.

Breve video di animazione a cura di UNHCR che definisce il termine "rifugiato", utile come preparazione per una lezione e anche come integrazione didattica per appassionare gli studenti all'argomento.

A lesson plan with five activities focused on child soldiers. Students will learn how and why children are recruited into armed conflict and explore their feelings through a powerful story and discussions. They will consider the thoughts and feelings...

A story that helps young children, their families, and teachers talk about feelings and worries they may have after experiencing a large-scale fire like a wildfire. This children's book describes some of Trinka's and Sam's reactions and how their par...

This selection of resources for teaching life-saving first aid skills in schools includes lessons and classroom activities that help students build their confidence and willingness to help someone in an emergency using everyday objects.

A lesson to explore the growing impact of heatwaves around the world. Students will understand what a heatwave is and why they are becoming more common. They'll learn about the risks associated with heatwaves and how to prepare for high temperatures....

A teacher's guide on how to discuss conflict with school-aged children, using an impartial and neutral humanitarian approach. Because it can be difficult to know how to approach these topics in an appropriate way for school-aged children, the eight a...