This lesson is topical for November as New Zealand is holding a referendum on choosing a new design for its flag. Students will discuss symbolism and meaning of flags, choose the design they like best and give reasons and design a new flag for their country. In part 2 they will consider issues around the referendum – is it democratic and why does New Zealand need a new flag? Is the expense justified?
Aims:
- Students develop speaking fluency around the topic of flags
Age group:
Secondary and adults
Level:
Time:
50-60 minutes
Materials:
Student worksheets (download these below)
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A New Flag Lesson plan254.71 KB
A New Flag student worksheets831.11 KB
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Comments
problem with video in lesson plan
Did you not check the content of the video in the lesson plan? The description of the Union Jack flag is WRONG! There is no welsh patron saint's flag in the union jack! It's made up of the crosses of St Andrew (Scotland) , St George (England) and St Patrick (Ireland). I'm really surprised no one spotted this BIG mistake !
Hello ButcherB
Hello ButcherB
You are absolutely right that the description of the Union Jack flag given in the video does have a mistake, as Wales is not represented in the flag - thanks very much for pointing out that error! The lesson plan has been updated now with an alternative link for this optional part of the plan.
Thanks for letting us know,
Cath
TE Team
Lesson Plan and Student Worksheet
Hi! This is great material! I know it is 2 years old but is it possible to get the lesson plan and student worksheet?
Lesson plan and worksheet
Hello
Thanks for your comment - you can download the lesson plan and student worksheet by clicking on the links above - they are PDF documents that you can print or save to your computer.
Let me know if you have problems accessing these.
Thanks
Cath
TE Team