year: Year 2
Teacher video: Remembrance overview
This History Kapow teacher video supports you in delivering a meaningful and inclusive series of Remembrance lessons across the primary age range. Linked to Remembrance Day, the collection encourages age-appropriate exploration of who we remember, how we remember them, and why this matters.
Pupil video: Tull’s tale
This Kapow pupil video is part of the Kapow History scheme of work. It tells the inspiring story of Walter Tull, who grew up dreaming of playing football and went on to do something even more remarkable.
Teacher video: The Equator
The children explore the Equator, learning how it affects climate, ecosystems and biodiversity, with examples from rainforests, savannahs and iconic animals.
Teacher video: North and South Poles
Pupils explore the North and South Poles, learning about climate, wildlife and human exploration, including 24-hour daylight and darkness.
Teacher video: Continents
A CPD video supporting teachers in introducing the seven continents and helping pupils distinguish continents from countries.
Pupil Video: UK Capitals song
The children learn the four UK capital cities and fun facts through a catchy song with rhythm, rhyme and repetition.
Teacher video: Journey Sticks
Teachers are guided through a practical outdoor Geography activity using journey sticks to develop the children’s observational skills and creativity.
Pupil video: Characteristics of the UK
This Year 1 and Year 2 Geography video helps the children develop locational knowledge by exploring the countries, capital cities, landmarks and natural features of the United Kingdom while fostering curiosity and a sense of national identity.
