Memory Box — Cornerstones curriculum project

Memory Box

Year 1HistoryLegacy project

Use our pre-planned Year 1 history project, Memory Box, to teach children about changes over time, family and community. This project develops children’s knowledge and appreciation of local history, special memories, customs and traditions, and growing up.

Project scope

Memory Box provides a structured approach to History, outlining key subjects and topics including:

Art and design

Design and technology

English

History

Music

PE

PSHE

Science

Topics covered

  • Changes within living memory
  • Human growth
  • Senses
  • Memory
  • Personal memories
  • Family memories
  • Class memories
  • Rhymes and mnemonics
  • Memory games
  • Changes
  • Comparison

What's included

Memory Box is a comprehensive History project that boasts an array of essentials including:

59 Lesson activities
49 Resources
  • Knowledge Organiser

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