World War 2 Teaching Resources
Explore the Second World War including the Blitz, evacuation, the home front, and key events. Resources aligned to the KS2 History curriculum.
Year 6 History: The Rise of Hitler Wordsearch
The rise of Hitler
The Rise of Hitler: A Year 6 History Quiz
To understand the key events and factors contributing to Adolf Hitler's rise to power in Germany.
The Rise of Hitler: How Did He Come to Power?
To understand the key factors contributing to Adolf Hitler's rise to power in Germany.
Understanding the Rise of Adolf Hitler (Year 6 History)
To understand the key factors and events that led to Adolf Hitler's rise to power in Germany.
Mapping the Western Front: France in WW2 Geography
To identify and locate key geographical features and places in France that were significant during World War 2.
Evacuation Role Play Activity
Pupils can empathise with WW2 evacuees and describe the evacuation experience
The Blitz Lesson Plan
Pupils can describe the Blitz and explain its impact on civilians in Britain
WW2 Rationing Maths Activity
Pupils can calculate weekly rations and compare wartime diet to modern eating
WW2 Evacuation Diary Writing Worksheet
Pupils can write a diary entry from the perspective of a WW2 evacuee
Frequently Asked Questions about World War 2
What aspects of WW2 are appropriate for KS2?
Focus on evacuation, the Blitz, the home front, rationing, and remembrance. Avoid graphic content. Codebreaking and the role of women are also engaging and age-appropriate angles.
What resources work well for teaching WW2?
Evacuation role-play, ration recipe activities, diary writing from a child's perspective, and codebreaking challenges all engage KS2 pupils effectively.