大象传媒

Video summary

In this short film for primary schools we meet Archie, a ten year old boy who has cerebral palsy.

Archie tells us how he views himself and how he would like others to view him.

Archie plays wheelchair basketball, where he loves to socialise and be part of a team.

Archie sees his coach as a role model who inspires him.

This short film is from the 大象传媒 series Same But Different.

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Teacher Notes

Teachers could use this short film as a stimulus for a class discussion on how disability is perceived.

Pupils could explore the benefits of being part of a team (eg a sports team) and the benefits to self-esteem that can be gained through being able to join in.

This short film could also be used to consider role models of different kinds as a means of inspiration and to discuss the role of friends.

This short film will be relevant for teaching PSHE at KS2 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and 2nd Level in Scotland.

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