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The build-up to World War 2

Topics Year 4/5
This unit is part of World War 2 - NEW LOOK The beginning of World War 2

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Objectives

History

  • Study an aspect or theme in British history that extends chronological knowledge beyond 1066.
  • Explore questions about the cause(s) of historical events.
  • Understand narratives within the periods studied.

Enquiry question
What events led to the outbreak of World War 2?

Outcomes
Children will:

  • Find out when Britain and France declared war on Germany.
  • Explore some of the factors that led to war with Germany.
  • Begin to construct a timeline to help understand the chronology of World War 2.

You Will Also Need

Weblinks
BBC video Britain declares war on Germany

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