{"product_id":"the-birds-of-flanders-fields-7-11","title":"The Birds of Flanders Fields (7-11)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e'The Birds of Flanders Fields' is a poignant and informative historical novel for children aged 7-11, offering a unique perspective on World War 1 that is perfect for Remembrance Day teaching. Set in 1916, amidst the desolation of No Man's Land, a solitary, spindly tree stands tall. Hatched into the horrors of war, two birds observe the human conflict from their perch. Trenches are dug on either side, but are the humans friends or foes?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis powerful story expertly weaves facts about the First World War into an engaging plot with diverse and compelling characters. It's an ideal class book for your WWI topic and for exploring the significance of remembrance in the primary classroom.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Learning Opportunities:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eEssential for WWI Studies: An invaluable KS2 World War 1 book that provides a sensitive introduction to the conflict, suitable for Year 5 and Year 6 history lessons on modern British history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eSupports Remembrance Day: Perfect for teaching about Remembrance Day activities, poppies for Remembrance, and the importance of remembering historical events and sacrifice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eRich Historical and Thematic Content: Integrates insights into WWI facts, ornithology, and key themes of friendship, prejudice, and the impact of war. Also explores subtle themes of physical disability and xenophobia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003ePromotes Empathy and Discussion: Encourages children to consider different perspectives, challenges preconceived notions, and fosters discussions around conflict, peace, and understanding.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eCross-Curricular Links: Connects history with nature study and PSHE, making it a versatile guided reading book or whole-class novel for a multi-faceted approach to learning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eDownload the accompanying resources and activities for use in the classroom and at home \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.twinkl.co.uk\/resources\/ks2-twinkl-originals\/twinkl-educational-publishing-fiction-stories-english-key-stage-2\/the-birds-of-flanders-fields-fiction-ks2-twinkl-originals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSave £41.94 a year on books by joining Twinkl Book Club. As part of an Ultimate subscription, we’ll deliver 6 books a year, direct to your door. Sign up \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.twinkl.co.uk\/book-club\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Twinkl Educational Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40488746254470,"sku":"UKORG-NL-28","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0018\/0830\/2195\/files\/TheBirdsofFlandersFields.png?v=1784035927","url":"https:\/\/shop.twinkl.co.uk\/products\/the-birds-of-flanders-fields-7-11","provider":"Twinkl Educational Publishing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}