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      Making comparisons in 'Walter Tull's Scrapbook'

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      Lesson details

      Learning outcome

      I can compare and contrast an aspect of Walter's life.

      Key learning points

      1. A similarity is a feature or aspect that has some resemblance to something else, without being identical.
      2. A difference is a feature or aspect that has a distinct or discernible feature that sets it apart from something else.
      3. Comparing two contexts, provides readers with an in-depth understanding of Walter's life.

      Keywords

      • Similarity - A similarity is when two or more things share similar traits.

      • Difference - A difference is when two or more things have features that set them apart from one another.

      • Compare - Comparing involves identifying similarities between two or more things, ideas, themes, or texts.

      • Contrast - Contrasting involves identifying differences between two or more things, ideas, concepts, or texts.

      Common misconception

      Pupils may find it challenging to draw similarities between Walter's home life and life at war.

      Modelling a few additional examples will support pupils e.g. he excelled in football and at war.

      Teacher tip

      If interested in discovering more about Walter's application to be an officer, pupils could explore https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/education/resources/walter-tull/source-two-walter-tull-temporary-commission/ in pairs, answering the questions.

      Equipment

      You will need a copy of the 2013 Frances Lincoln Children’s Books edition of 'Walter Tull’s Scrapbook', written by Michaela Morgan.

      Content guidance

      Depiction or discussion of upsetting content

      Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

      Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

      Supervision

      Adult supervision recommended

      Licence

      This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2026), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0
      except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions
      (Collection 2).

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