This resource explores the issue of capital punishment, using real-life case studies, evidence and discussion activities to help students evaluate different viewpoints and develop their own reasoned opinion.

The first lesson culminates in a speech-writing task, followed by structured peer assessment.

Suitable for KS3 Religious Education (RE), PSHE and Humanities, the resource encourages critical thinking, ethical debate and evidence-based reasoning.

Included activities:
Starter: Match the crime to the punishment
Case study: Stanley “Tookie” Williams
Card sort: Arguments for and against capital punishment
Reflection and discussion activities
Speech-writing guidance and planning support
ALN/SEN writing scaffold
Peer assessment guidance and success criteria

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