VE Day 2020-75 th Anniversary - Friday 8 th May

This Friday marks the 75th anniversary of VE Day, which was the day towards the end of World War II when fighting against Nazi Germany came to an end in Europe. Normally, big celebrations would be held across the country to celebrate.

Why not hold a smaller celebration in the garden or on a doorstep with your household instead. Think mini sandwiches, cakes, scones and a cup of tea! We have compiled a selection of resources and ideas if you wish to celebrate at home this year.

We would love to see your celebrations. Please share you work with us at school by emailing your teacher via CareMonkey, posting on our school Facebook, or sending images to the main school Office.

Artwork & PoetryWhy not celebrate VE day by creating a poster, or a piece of poetry like those below.

Victory by Cristina DauraDecorationYou could try to make your own Union Jack flag to wave, attaching it to a lollypop stick or straw. Maybe make mini flags and use them in cupcakes?

If you’re feeling adventurous you could make bunting and decorate with;-A soldier from WW2 -Union Flag -A dove of peace -Your message of thanks

Personal history Ancestry has made all its UK historical records free from 4th to 10th May, so you can discover personal stories and the role your family played in the Second World War. https://www.ancestry.co.uk/

MusicThe 1940’s was known for big band and jazz. Use the English Heritage’s Spotify playlist to inspire your VE Day sounds.Watch Katherine Jenkins perform at the Royal Albert Hall https://www.royalalberthall.com/Learn Vera Lynn’s ‘We’ll Meet Again’ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5C4meGkNyc

DanceWhy not have a go at learning the Lindy Hop? This was a dance popular in the 1940’s.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtyGpdh-cq0Alternatively, learnt to Lindy Hop live with English Heritage at noon, then dance along with the swing dance troupe and band at 5pm.

FoodHere’s a recipe for a whole meal pie with a potato, onion and cheese filling said to be made by Land Girls during WW2.https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/deep-filled_homity_pie_48616You could try out English Heritage’s home-made lemonade, or maybe their carrot scones?

Educational resourcesImperial War Museum https://www.iwm.org.uk/history/victoryBBC https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/class-clips-video/history-ks2-ve-day/z7xtmfrEnglish Heritage https://www.veday75.org/The Royal British Legion https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/get-involved/remembrance/teaching-remembranceMeet a veteran https://ve-vjday75.gov.uk/veterans_stories/

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