Foreign Field in Schools

Sample School Visit Itinerary

(this visit is suitable for Year 5 - 6)

Morning

Introduction, who we are & what we do, our names & reminding the children that it is the 1940s “children are seen & not heard and sit on the floor”.

An overview from 1940, of what is happening in the war. Also war news from this day in 1939 & 1940.

Talks on ARP & GAS masks (sound of air raid siren), talks on the household items.

After Morning break

An overview from 1942 & war news from this day in 1941 & 1942.

Talk on Rationing & food game.

After Midday Break

An overview from 1944 & war news from this day in 1943 & 1944.

Talk on Washing and hands on with the dolly tub and the mangle.

After Last Break

An overview from 1945, complete the quiz, questions, look at display, fashion show & presentation of fancy dress certificates. Also if time permits a sing along or alternatively a home guard parade.