Who is this lesson for? 

This lesson is suitable for pupils in Key Stage 2.

What is included in the lesson?

The teaching resources include a lesson plan, a presentation, a video, worksheets, and suggested activities.

Use our Home Learning Guide to work your way through the resources. Keep your children busy whilst helping them learn essential life skills. 

By the end of the lesson, pupils will be able to:

  1. recognise when someone is choking

  2. administer first aid to a casualty that is choking (including back blows and tummy thrusts)

  3. seek medical help if required for a choking casualty.

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Choking baby

As you start weaning your baby and they begin eating solid foods or playing with small objects, they may be at risk of choking. Find out what to look for and what to do.