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VE Day 2020-75th Anniversary - Friday 8th MayThis Friday?marks the 75th anniversary of?VE Day, which was the?day?towards the end of World War II when fighting against Nazi Germany came to an end in Europe. Normally, big celebrations would be held across the country to celebrate. Why not hold a smaller celebration in the garden or on a doorstep with your household instead. Think mini sandwiches, cakes, scones and a cup of tea! We have compiled a selection of resources and ideas if you wish to celebrate at home this year.We would love to see your celebrations. Please share you work with us at school by emailing your teacher via CareMonkey, posting on our school Facebook, or sending images to the main school Office.Artwork & Poetry293411930464000left29459100Why not celebrate VE day by creating a poster, or a piece of poetry like those below.right29908500Victory by Cristina DauraDecorationYou could try to make your own Union Jack flag to wave, attaching it to a lollypop stick or straw. Maybe make mini flags and use them in cupcakes?If you’re feeling adventurous you could make bunting and decorate with;-A soldier from WW2 -Union Flag -A dove of peace right11049000-Your message of thanks Personal history Ancestry?has made all its UK historical records free from 4th to 10th May, so you can discover personal stories and the role your family played in the Second World War. 1940’s was known for big band and jazz. Use the English Heritage’s Spotify playlist to inspire your VE Day sounds.Watch Katherine Jenkins perform at the Royal Albert Hall Vera Lynn’s ‘We’ll Meet Again’ not have a go at learning the Lindy Hop? This was a dance popular in the 1940’s., learnt to Lindy Hop live with English Heritage at noon, then dance along with the swing dance troupe and band at 5pm.FoodHere’s a recipe for a whole meal pie with a potato, onion and cheese filling said to be made by Land Girls during WW2. could try out English Heritage’s home-made lemonade, or maybe their carrot scones?left11999400Educational resourcesImperial War Museum Heritage Royal British Legion a veteran ................
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