World War II – The Home Front
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Original objects, documents and information to illustrate life in Britain during the WWII. Resource contains reproductions of original posters; CDs of 1940s music and devised activity game, plus timeline, activities and information card for each item.
Box includes: can of powdered eggs; gas mask (for a baby) with leaflet; uniform patches and name tags; anti-gas ointment; eye-shields; first aid case; training certificate; auxiliary fire service manual; adult gas mask; ARP warden’s helmet and card; ration books; evacuee arm band and card game.
Resource meets National Curriculum requirements in History –
KS1 Changes in living memory
KS2 An aspect or theme in British history that extends chronological knowledge before 1066. Local history study
KS3 Challenges for Britain, Europe and the wider world: 1901 to the present day
Activity pack meets National Curriculum requirement for English, Art and Design, Geography and Drama, Key Stage 1 – 3.
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