Make your own Poppy for Remembrance Day
Posted by EYR Team on 23rd Apr 2018
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What is Remembrance Day?
11th November is Remembrance Day, in memory of those who lost their lives for us during wars. 11am on the 11th day of the 11th month, back in 1918 marks the end of World War One. A two minute silence is held at 11am to remember the people who have died in wars. The anniversary is used to remember all the people who have died in wars, not just World War One.
Why do we wear Poppies on Remembrance Day?
Remembrance Day is also known as Poppy day as people wear an artificial poppy. The red poppy is a significant symbol for Remembrance Day. During World War I, there were many battles across Europe and much of the landscape disappeared. However, every year poppies grew in the fields where battles were taking place and soldiers lay buried. They brought colour, hope and courage to the soldiers who were still fighting.
11th November is a special time to remember, get children involved and help them to understand the meaning of Remembrance Day with this simple craft project.
You will need:
- Pipe cleaners
- Red wool
- Scissors
- Black pom poms
- A fork
- Glue
How to make your own poppy:
- Line a pipe cleaner next to a fork (this will be the stem of the poppy)
- Bend the pipe cleaner around the yarn and twist to secure together.
- Slip the yarn off the fork. Now you will have the yarn rolled together and ready to make the flower head.
- To open up the poppy, cut the yarn bundle in half carefully and fluff the petals.
- Trim any stray pieces of yarn.
- Add a spot of glue to the centre of the poppy and place a pom pom in the middle to finish!
You can use these poppies in a variety of ways, to show that you remember and honour those who gave their lives.
We would love to see how you get on! Send us pictures of your masterpieces on Facebook or Instagram by tagging us or using the hashtag #ExploreWithEYR.