Check it! - World War 2 - Year 6

The educational material delves into the profound impact of World War 2 on Britain, encouraging Year 6 students to review and consolidate their understanding of this significant historical event. The resource underscores the importance of regular review sessions, suggesting interactive methods such as 'Brain dump', 'Give me FIVE', 'Add to my mind map', 'Expand and Elaborate', and 'Retrieval Pyramids' to help children engage with and remember their learning. These activities are designed to prompt students to actively recall information and reflect on their knowledge of World War 2's effects on Britain.

The resource provides structured prompts to guide students through a deeper examination of the war's implications. For instance, 'Give me 5' challenges them to list five countries that were allies and five that were adversaries of Britain during the conflict. Another activity, 'Expand and Elaborate', prompts students to delve into the roles of key figures like Churchill and Chamberlain, exploring Churchill's significant contributions to the war effort and Chamberlain's attempts at maintaining peace. Additional questions probe into the identity of Germany's leader, the concept of rationing, the impact on women, and the nature and effects of propaganda and censorship. These prompts aim to ensure that all pupils can engage with the foundational aspects of the topic, while more advanced challenges are available for those ready to tackle complex issues.