Year 6
Curriculum Map
Britain at War
In the Britain at War project, your child will learn about the main causes of the First World War and which countries were the major players. They will investigate why so many men volunteered to fight and then sequence the events at the start of the war. Using various sources and interpretations of evidence, the children will learn about life in the trenches and the consequences of new weaponry. Furthermore, they will listen to first-hand accounts of life on the home front and evaluate the impact of war on everyday life. They will also discover the events that led to the Allied Powers’ victory and the consequences of the Treaty of Versailles. In addition, they will investigate the legacy of these global conflicts in the post-war period. Alongside this, we will also be researching roles of men and women during this period and dispelling stereotypes children might have about male and female responsibilities.
How you can support your child’s learning:
- Take them to your local library to read about World War I and the events that took place after it.
- Watch documentaries on television or BBC Bitesize.
- Consider visiting a war memorial or museum with information about the events.
