Ages 7 to 9 (KS2), Age 9 to 11 (KS2)
Remembrance
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This short video provides information to help teachers prepare for their Ministry of Memory Session at IWM North.
About this session
This immersive and interactive experience investigates Remembrance and personal stories from the First World War to today. Designed for Key Stage 2, agents from the Ministry of Memory enlist the help of students to save IWM North from the Memory Scramblers – a group of monsters who are out to erase the personal stories in the collection.
Guided by audio headsets and performance challenges, students are tasked with rediscovering Remembrance and uncovering past and present remembrance rituals.
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Session notes for teachers
Please ensure you read the session notes for Ministry of Memory ahead of your visit.
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Terms and Conditions
Please read our booking terms and conditions before your visit.
Learning Objectives
- Investigate existing Remembrance rituals and their significance today.
- Explore personal stories from The First World War to today, including nurse Edith Cavell.
- Use movement to create new ways to remember people who have experienced conflict.
National Curriculum Links
- Key Stage 2 History: a study of an aspect or theme in British history that extends pupils’ chronological knowledge beyond 1066.
- Key Stage 2 Citizenship: Preparing to play an active role as citizens.
Testimonials
“'What a fantastic opportunity for the children! Genuine artefacts combined with state-of-art technology! What more could children ask for!'.” – Key Stage 2 Teacher.
Created by theatre-makers Made In China | Commissioned by Imperial War Museums