Year 1 - Remembrance Day Artwork

 On Tuesday, our Year 1 children took part in a very special art activity to mark Remembrance Day. This was a wonderful opportunity not only to be creative, but also to learn about the importance of Armistice Day and why we take time to remember.

The children began by carefully sticking a poppy template onto sticky back plastic, placing a soldier silhouette in the centre. Around this, they layered pieces of red and green tissue paper, building up the colours of the poppy flower. The finished pieces were then displayed on our classroom windows. With the light shining through from outside, the poppies glowed beautifully, casting striking silhouettes that captured the spirit of remembrance.

Alongside the art activity, the children learned about Armistice Day — why we celebrate it, and how we show respect and gratitude to those who gave their lives for us. We talked about the significance of the poppy as a symbol of remembrance, and how small acts like wearing a poppy or taking part in a moment of silence help us to honour the bravery and sacrifices of others.

This activity gave our Year 1 pupils the chance to combine creativity with reflection, producing meaningful artwork while deepening their understanding of history. Their poppy silhouettes now brighten our classroom windows, serving as a daily reminder of respect, gratitude, and remembrance.