World War II
Discover the hardships and heroism of World War II with a focus on the local realities of the conflict. This session can be delivered for KS1 and KS2 andencourages pupils to broaden their historical understanding, chronology and use of historical terms.
Curriculum Links
KS1
• Events and life beyond living memory.
• Significant historical events, people and
places in their own locality.
KS2
• Extends pupils’ knowledge beyond 1066.
• Local history study.
Workshops
Evacuee Classroom
Roleplay
An authentic wartime classroom session
allowing pupils to capture the essence of
1940s education.
Object Handling
This workshop offers pupils a chance
to come face to face with original
wartime uniforms and objects. Rationing
is also explored.
Guided Gallery Visit
Students will explore our historical displays
including our exhibition on local WWII
history with the help of a quiz sheet. Pupils
will also learn about the Blitz and practise
an air raid drill.
Lunch
We have indoor lunch facilities for schools to use.
Visit the Museum Shop
Don’t forget to tell us if you are planning on visiting the Museum Shop.
Goody bags also available.
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