Engaging WW1 History App for Kids

WW1 History For Kids – Discover the Great War Through Children’s Eyes

ww1 for kids lesson
ww1 for kids lesson

Give your pupils a clear, visual introduction to the First World War.
WW1 History For Kids is an interactive app that explains how the war started, what life was like in the trenches, and how the conflict unfolded from 1914 to 1918.

Download on the App Store

What’s Inside the App?

A Child-Friendly Journey Through WW1

  • How and why the war began.
  • Life in the trenches: daily routine, danger and survival.
  • Key battles and turning points on the Western Front.
  • New weapons, tanks, planes and ships.
  • Simple maps and charts that make the big picture easy to understand.

Short texts, clear visuals and interactive elements make the topic accessible for children aged 9+.

Interactive Timelines & Activities

Swipe Through History

Children can explore an interactive WW1 timeline from 1914 to 1918, tapping on key events to reveal short explanations, images and audio.

  • Audio narration to set the scene.
  • Animations and hotspots to discover extra facts.
  • Perfect for independent exploration or guided work in class.

👉 Use the app on classroom iPads or for homework to reinforce your WW1 unit.

Free Lesson Pack for Teachers (Downloadable)

Free WW1 Lesson Pack Included with the App

Every download of WW1 History For Kids comes with a free teaching pack to save you planning time.

The pack includes:

  • A structured lesson plan (PDF) using the app.
  • Printable worksheets (questions, map labelling, trench life comparison).
  • Key facts & vocabulary sheet for pupils.
  • Timeline cards to build a classroom WW1 timeline.
  • Creative writing prompts (diary entry, postcard, letter from the front).

👉 Download the free lesson pack:
Get the WW1 History For Kids Lesson Pack (PDF)

For Classrooms & Home Learning

Perfect for KS2–KS3 History

  • Ideal for ages 9–14.
  • Use in lessons, projects, or flipped learning.
  • Great for visual and independent learners.

Combine the WW1 History For Kids app with the free lesson pack for a complete, engaging Great War topic.

👉 Download the App | 👉 Download the Free Lesson Pack