Check it! - Famous people and events - Year 2

In a Year 2 educational module, students are prompted to explore significant figures and events that have shaped our world. The curriculum encourages children to identify famous individuals who have left a lasting impact on society, particularly those who have worked towards improving conditions in the face of discrimination. The program also delves into historical events that continue to resonate today, such as international disasters. To reinforce their learning, students are reminded to regularly review what they have learned through various strategies, including brain dumps, 'Give me FIVE', adding to mind maps, expanding on topics, and using retrieval pyramids.

The teaching materials suggest activities to help students recall and expand upon their knowledge. For example, they may be asked to 'Give me 5' by naming five black people who have made significant contributions to society or listing five facts about the Titanic. Further exercises encourage students to elaborate on pivotal moments in history, such as the first Moon landing in 1969 or the enfranchisement of women. A 'Pyramid Check' challenges students to answer questions about influential figures like Malala Yousafzai, Lewis Howard Latimer, and Mary Prince, as well as historical facts such as the identity of the Titanic's captain. This tiered approach ensures that all pupils can engage with the content at different levels of complexity, fostering a deeper understanding of the people and events that have played a crucial role in our collective history.