ANZAC Day and the Poppy
Why do we wear poppies?
What is ANZAC Day?
ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps Remembered on April 25 each year Honours soldiers who served and died in wars
The Story of Gallipoli
Took place in 1915 during World War I Soldiers landed at Gallipoli in Türkiye Many soldiers were injured or killed
What is the Poppy?
A red flower Grows in places where battles were fought Became a symbol of remembrance
Why Poppies?
Grew in the fields of Flanders Reminded people of soldiers who died Became a symbol of remembrance
In Flanders Fields
Famous poem by John McCrae Helped make the poppy a symbol Written during World War I
Listen to the Poem
We will listen to 'In Flanders Fields' Think about what the poppies represent How might the soldiers have felt?
What Does the Poppy Represent?
Remembrance Respect Sacrifice Hope
Why Do We Wear Poppies?
To remember soldiers To show respect To keep history alive
Let's Think Together
Why is remembering important? How can we show respect today? What have you learned about the poppy?