Saying goodbye and remembering a reign

History

A princess in wartime Britain

The princess who spoke to the nation

The first televised coronation

The queen’s clothes tell a story

A queen of four nations, head of the Commonwealth

In ‘Changes within living memory: what changed during Elizabeth II's lifetime?’ pupils begin their study of history as a distinct subject by studying the life of a specific person and their role in society. In ‘Photographs from history: what can they tell us about Britain's recent past?’ pupils build on another aspect from EYFS: understanding the past through photographic sources.

 From EYFS, pupils should be able to talk about the lives of the people around them and their roles in society, drawing on their experiences and what has been read in class. In ‘Changes within living memory: what changed during Elizabeth II's lifetime?’, pupils begin their study of history as a distinct subject by studying the life of a specific person and their role in society.

This unit helps students understand a time span covering four generations before their birth. It teaches about Queen Elizabeth II's reign, offering a simple overview of c.80 years of British history. Students also learn how a major public figure holds authority and performs national duties.

Changes within living memory: what changed during Elizabeth II's lifetime?

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction of war, threats of war, death or the aftermath of war.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Match the word to the correct definition.

Where was Elizabeth's state funeral held?

Elizabeth was queen for 70 years, making her the {{}} reigning king or queen in the history of the United Kingdom.

How was the next king, Charles III, related to Elizabeth?

The internet and mobile phones were invented.

X-ray glasses and flying cars were invented.

What are some of the changes that Elizabeth saw in her lifetime?

What sort of parties did Elizabeth throw at Buckingham Palace for people who helped their local communites?

What is the name given to the group of countries that now work together as friends?

What famous building did Elizabeth open when she visited Australia?

World War II begins and Elizabeth is evacuated to Windsor Castle.

Elizabeth delivers a radio broadcast to evacuee children.

Elizabeth becomes the first queen to go to Australia and New Zealand.

By the end of her reign, Elizabeth supports more than 600 charities.

Put the events from Elizabeth's life in the correct order. Start with the earliest event.

Saying goodbye and remembering a reign

Lesson outcome

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