Dignity in School

The life cycle of a child

Click on each arrow to find out about how rights effect what a child needs at each stage of a life to be happy, healthy and safe.

Baby

Toddler

5 year old

8 year old

12 year old

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Baby

What are the rights of a baby? What does a baby need?

  • Lots of attention
  • Sharp objects high up
  • Protein
  • A changed nappy
  • Love and care
P6A St Johns
P5 Stoneywood

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Toddler

What are the rights of a toddler? What does a toddler need?

  • Sleep and rest
  • Day care and education
  • Parks and outdoor space
  • Family
  • Toys!
P5 Stoneywood
St Johns P6a

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5 years old

What are the rights of a 5 year old? What does a 5 year old need?

  • Play
  • Vitamins
  • Teachers
  • PSAs and support
  • Exercise
P5 Stoneywood

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8 years old

What are the rights of an eight year old? What do they need?

  • Entertainment
  • A balanced diet
  • Friends
  • To be taken care of
Lifecycle - P5 Stoneywood 8 year old (1)
St Johns P6b life cycle 8 year old

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12 years old

What are the rights of a 12 year old? What do they need?

  • To be listened to
  • To play games
  • A safe person to talk to
  • Own space
  • Healthy diet and good food
P5 Stoneywood
St Johns P6a
St Johns P6b

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