Y6 Curriculum Projects

Autumn 1 2020 Curriculum Project

A Child's War

A siren sounds, a building crumbles, a Spitfire zooms overhead. Take cover. It’s 1939 and Britain is at war. Deep down in the Anderson shelter, learn why nations are fighting and why child evacuees must make the long journey from their homes and families into unknown territory. Read the diary of Anne Frank, written whilst hiding from the terrifying stormtroopers in a secret annexe, and try to empathise with her hopes and fears. Make do and mend. Cook up a family meal from meagre rations. Delve deep into a bygone era, when loose lips sunk ships. And, as peace is declared, let’s get ready to celebrate. Mr Churchill says ‘It’s an unconditional surrender.’

Help your child prepare for their project

We’ll meet again! Why not visit a local museum together to investigate how the Second World War affected your local area? You could also read an exciting fiction book set during the war. Alternatively, you could ‘make do and mend’, working together to create a model inspired by the Second World War from recycled materials or unwanted household items.

Year 6 Useful Websites

For Children (click to open in a new tab)

• MyMaths (use your personal login to access homework activities)
• Times Table Rockstars (use your personal login to access on tablets or computer)
• BBC Bitesize KS2 (videos and learner guides for all curriculum subjects)
• TopMarks (games linked to maths and English National Curriculum objectives)
• Maths Frame (tablet-friendly maths games linked to National Curriculum objectives)
• Scratch (a free-to-use computer programming website)
• Pobble365 (daily writing inspiration and ideas)

For Parents (click to open in a new tab)

• Twinkl (printable resources for children aged from 2-11)
• TheSchoolRun (helpful information for parents about the contents of the National Curriculum)
• Oxford Owl SATs Information (advice and help for parents)
• Cornerstones Love to Read (resources for dozens of children's books)