Anne Frank : Uncovering the girl behind the diary

Sept. 22, 2021

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This Year 6 resource provides guidance and confidence to support with teaching of Anne Frank. By piecing together quotes with historical information pupils will create a clearer picture of the girl behind the diary allowing them to develop empathy for the frightening and life altering situation Anne and her family went through.

The pack was compiled by Gillian Walnes Perry MBE, Co-founder and Vice President of the Anne Frank Trust UK and includes quotes from Anne’s writing, images as well as suggested classroom discussion and writing activities.

Included with this pack:

  • How can learning about Anne Frank be an effective tool for Year 6 teachers?
  • Explore how the subjects covered in her diary can relate to children's own lives
  • Useful organisation and links
  • Timeline
  • Bespoke writing activities