This learning resource is aimed at children aged 7-11 to accompany the unveiling of The National Windrush Monument. The resource presents some of the stories of the Caribbeans and British-Caribbeans who are part of the Windrush Generation. It explores the journey to Britain, the experiences of migration and settlement. Activities promoting writing and creative skills invite children to empathise not only with those who made the journey to the UK, but to make connections with stories of migration and relocation relevant to their own lives. The learning outcomes can be linked to Key Stage 2 History and Citizenship objectives of the National Curriculum to further consolidate learning.
Accompanying the learning resource is a short film featuring Chair of the Windrush Commemoration Committee Baroness Floella Benjamin DBE, DL and artist Basil Watson. The film provides background information on why the National Windrush Monument was commissioned and how the artist designed and made it.
The National Windrush Monument Learning Resource is produced by UP Projects on behalf of The Department for Levelling Up Housing & Communities and the Windrush Commemoration Committee with activities by Dauda Ladejobi and support from curator Melanie Abrahams with accompanying film produced by Maël Hénaff.
The National Windrush Monument Learning Resource Video
▶️ Video
👤 Ages: 7 - 11
Listen to the Chair of the Windrush Commemoration Committee, Baroness Floella Benjamin DBE, DL and artist Basil Watson as they provide background information on why The National Windrush Monument was commissioned and how the artist designed and made it.
Mapping Exercise Worksheet
📝 PDF
👤 Ages: 7 - 11
Make Your Own Monument is a creative activity in designing your own monument. This activity is part of a learning resource exploring the journey to Britain, the experiences of migration and settlement, created to accompany the unveiling of The National Windrush Monument.
