The Blitz Kids were a group of friends who as children grew up in wartime Britain, experiencing the challenges, dangers and changes brought by World War II. When the war began in 1939, they were just 12 years old.
And we’ve found some Blitz Kids activity sheets which they have created to help you explore a bit more what everyday life was like for children during World War Two.
George’s Journal
George was very keen on keeping a journal of what happened. Why not be like George, begin your own blitz kids journal. Click here for more information
Put out that Light!
Why not have a go at designing a blackout poster and make your own air raid shelter. Click here for more information
Going Underground
During the Blitz, families faced nightly air raids, took shelter underground and lived with constant fear of bombing. This activity helps you understand how people protected themselves and stayed hopeful during frightening times. Click here for more information
It’s Christmas!
Even during the war, children found time to play, read and celebrate holidays like Christmas. This activity explores what home life was like in wartime Britain and how families made the best of things with rationing and shortages all around them. Click here for more information
On a train to where?
Imagine you’re being evacuated and you’re only allowed to bring one small bag. What would you pack? Don’t forget to create an evacuation name tag and write a postcard. Click here for more information
There’s still school…
School life continued throughout the war but with big changes including shared classrooms, fewer teachers, gas mask drills and lessons in unusual places like churches or outside! This activity explores what it was like to be a wartime pupil.Β ClickΒ hereΒ for more information
What… carrots again and only a that amount of butter?
Imagine you’ve been given a ration book. You must plan your weekly meals using only what was allowed. Click here for more information
Give us your waste…
During the war, nothing went to waste. Children and adults alike collected scrap metal, paper, bones and even food waste to help Britain build planes, feed pigs and keep going through tough times. This activity helps you explore how recycling and repurposing became a way of life. Click here for more information
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