This fully resourced lesson explores commemoration and why it is important to remember the people, events and sacrifices of World War II. Pupils learn about key commemorative dates, reflect on the impact of wartime events, and consider how remembrance helps us honour those involved and protect future generations from repeating the past.
What’s included:
Editable lesson PowerPoint introducing:
What commemoration means
Why remembrance is important
How communities honour historical events
Clear, age-appropriate explanations of major WWII commemorative dates, including:
Holocaust Memorial Day
VE Day (Victory in Europe)
The Dunkirk Evacuation
D-Day
The Battle of Britain
Remembrance Day
Discussion tasks encouraging pupils to reflect on sacrifice, bravery, leadership and loss
Links to values such as unity, respect, freedom and peace
Opportunities for pupils to explain their own opinions using historical understanding
Key learning:
Pupils explore why different WWII events are commemorated, how key victories led to eventual Allied success, and how collective memory shapes national identity. They learn that remembrance helps us understand the consequences of conflict and promotes empathy and peace.
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