This package is more complex than other mine awareness materials. We feel that as mines are a long-term problem, the quick impact approaches previously used cannot be sustained for children. Therefore this package seeks to integrate education about mines and living safely with mines with the regular school programme in such a way that the children can internalise the information rather than just recalling it. It is only through internalising information that we can hope to have the children apply the knowledge and skills they learn to their daily lives.
It is important that the syllabus is not overcrowded with another subject and that you, as the teacher, have the opportunity to try out new methods that will make your teaching more enjoyable for you and the children. We hope that the methods demonstrated here and the suggestions made will help you.