Publications and resources for teachers
Our resources and publications for teachers draw upon current legislation, research findings, trials and evaluations as well as the experience accrued by teachers who have successfully supported pupils who look noticeable or who have a disfigurement.
Guides
Supporting a child with a disfigurement: A Teacher's Guide
The Guides cover three age groups – early years, 3-6 years, junior, 7-11 years, and secondary, 11-16 years. Each section provides information and practical ideas so that you can approach the challenge of disfigurement knowledgeably, sensitively and effectively.
1. Starting early years or school: 3-6 years , 7-11 years , 11-16 years
2. Working with parents and siblings: 3-6 years , 7-11 years , 11-16 years
3. Working collaboratively with other professionals: 3-6 years , 7-11 years , 11-16 years
4. Working inclusively with groups: 3-6 years , 7-11 years , 11-16 years
5. Having something to say: 3-6 years , 7-11 years , 11-16 years
6. Building self-esteem: 3-6 years, 7-11 years , 11-16 years
7. Practical support with social skills: 3-6 years , 7-11 years , 11-16 years
8. Self-expression: 3-6 years , 7-11 years , 11-16 years
9. Teasing, name-calling and bullying: 3-6 years , 7-11 years , 11-16 years
10. Addressing speech and language difficulties: 3-6 years , 7-11 years , 11-16 years
11. Choosing and using resources: 3-6 years , 7-11 years , 11-16 years
12. Moving on (primary school, secondary school, college and work): 3-6 years , 7-11 years , 11-16 years
We suggest you also download a copy of the Introduction which advises on how to use the Guides most effectively.
Each age-linked Guide can also be purchased from the charity for £10.00. The pack includes all twelve sections and a copy of 'Facing Changes', a booklet which explores and debunks many of the myths and stereotypes often associated with disfigurement.
Curriculum Linked Resources
Drawing the Real You £12.00
A comprehensive pack for art teachers tackling portraiture when they have a child who looks different in their class.
Make the Difference (including video) £30.00
A resource pack which will enable pupils to explore their reactions to "difference". It can be used in PSHE, RE and citizenship lessons and includes ideas for school assemblies.
(These packs are also available on loan. Please contact Changing Faces for details).
Notes on 'Face'
English teachers studying 'Face' by Benjamin Zephaniah with their class will find these notes a useful aid to prepare for exploring appearance and difference. They also equip teachers with the knowledge to help pupils distinguish between myth and reality and begin to challenge their own and each other's reactions to disfigurement.
To order any of the publications or resources listed above or to see our full range of publications and resources, please download our latest resource catalogue. You can also call Changing Faces on 0845 4500 275 or email info@changingfaces.org.uk .
