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KS2 History 'WW2' Workshop
Morrison Shelter

Mini Workshop - 25 minutes

Aim

To learn about the Blitz and the Morrison Shelter. To experience a re-enactment of an air-raid.

 
Method

• Short introduction on construction of the Morrison Shelter, followed by practical role playing re-enactment of an air-raid.

• Two pupils are selected to be ARP and Rescuer - their jobs are described and they are issued with helmets and gas masks.

• Rest of group review selection of items with a view to choosing useful items to take into the shelter.

• Sound Siren Warning - pupils get into the shelter.

• Discuss feelings about being inside the shelter.

• Discuss comfort, apprehension and duration of stay.

• Sound the Siren All Clear - ARP and Rescuer help pupils out of the shelter.

• Discuss items selected and their effective use in the shelter.

List of items used in the activity

• Potty

• Matches

• Candles

• Candle holder

• Toilet paper

• Teddy bear

• First aid kit

• Flask

• Bedding

• Family papers box

• Jewellery box

• Old torch

• Playing cards

• Ration books

• Identity cards

• Biscuit tin

• Toy car

• Books

• Cigarettes

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