Questions I have for someone from your town or city who remembers the war - Worksheet - Year 6

This worksheet for Year 6 students is designed to encourage curiosity and engagement with local history, specifically focusing on the impact of the world wars on Britain. The worksheet provides a structured format for students to formulate and record their own questions that they would like to ask someone from their town or city who has personal memories of the war. The exercise not only aims to develop an understanding of the broader historical context but also to connect the past with the local community's experiences. It serves as an opportunity for students to explore the effects of such significant events on a more personal and relatable level.

The questions might cover a range of topics, including the social, economic, and emotional impact of the wars on local populations. The worksheet prompts students to consider how every town and city might have been affected during and after World War 2, encouraging them to think about the aftermath and the long-term consequences that the conflict had on their immediate environment. By engaging with this activity, students are expected to gain a deeper appreciation of the war's legacy and how it shaped the world they live in today. The worksheet is a resource provided by Focus Education (UK) Ltd, which supports learning by connecting students with the past in a meaningful way.