WW1: Trip to the Trenches

Travel back in time and take your students on a trip to commemorate the soldiers of World War One with this immersive playlist. Students can explore a trench, experience what life was like for the soldiers, examine 3D models of everyday objects, and visit commemorative sites. # Key Learning Outcomes: 1. Describe how soldiers remained connected to loved ones outside of the trenches 2. Name and describe some of the standard equipment and provisions soldiers had in the trenches 3. Understand the importance of remembrance and commemoration ## How to Use This Playlist: This playlist includes a range of resources designed to help students develop an understanding of what life was like in a WWI trench on the front line. To preview a track, scroll down and select the track you want to view. Here are some suggestions on how to use the resources: ***WW1: Life in the Trenches Explorable Scene*** - Your students can immerse themselves in this World War One inspired trench to experience the typical life of soldiers, and the realities of trench warfare. By walking through the trench and observing the soldiers and their equipment, they will gain a deeper understanding of what life was like on the front line. *For a full set of teaching and learning resources for this scene, including a step-by-step experience guide, please see the downloadable PDFs, which you can find at the bottom of this page. Please note, this scene depicts elements of warfare and teacher discretion is advised.* - [WW1: Life in the Trenches](https://edvr.se/o3l-K8I-o2Z/av-scene-ww1-life-in-the-trenches) ***3D models***—By examining these 3D models, students can develop an understanding of standard WWI equipment and personal artifacts soldiers used to make their time in the trenches a little easier. Use these models to provoke discussion around the emotional challenges soldiers faced. - WW1 Soldier Writing Letter - WW1 Soldier Letter (Fictional - WW1 Stationery Box - WW1 Biscuit Photo Frame - Lebel Model 1866 Rifle - WW1 British Entrenching Tool - Gas Mask M2 - WW1 Mess Kits - WW1 Drinking Canteens **360 Images -** With these 360 images, you can transport your students to the Somme and Alsace, significant battlefields that today are places of commemoration for fallen soldiers. Here, students can discuss the importance of remembering significant historical events. - Hartmannswillerkopf, Near Dora-Hut - Cérémonie 11/11/2011 Thiepval Memorial Somme France 7479