History at key stages 1 and 2 (Year 2)

Unit 17: What are we remembering on Remembrance Day?

Where this unit fits in

The unit complements Unit 5 'How do we know about the Great Fire of London?' which looks at another famous event in the past, but not one that is commemorated. It is designed to take the form of a short, intensive history investigation, perhaps a week either side of Remembrance Day.

Sections in this unit

This unit is divided into sections. Each section contains a sequence of activities with related objectives and outcomes. You can view this unit by moving through the sections or print/download the whole unit.


	1. Why are people wearing poppies this week?
	2. Who do we remember on Remembrance Day?
	3. Why do we have Remembrance Day?
	4. What happens on Remembrance Day?
	5. Why is it important to remember?