This inquiry suggests ways to explore the theme Their Stories, Our Stories.

The twelve resources presented below introduce students to a range of stories from the First World War: stories from home, the Pacific, and the battlefield. By exploring these stories, students gain insight into perspectives and experiences of people whose lives were impacted by the war.

Comparing and contrasting these stories with their own stories and with those of people within their communities makes students’ learning about the First World War meaningful and relevant. 

(external link) Watch this short video clip on Leaving Gallipoli from War Stories – Episode One.

_{War News video clips courtesy of PRIME TV, The Gibson Group Ltd & NZ On Air.} 

(external link) Watch this short video clip on Recruitment of Maori from War Stories – Episode Two.

_{War News video clips courtesy of PRIME TV, The Gibson Group Ltd & NZ On Air.} 

(external link) Watch this short video clip on Arras Tunnels from War Stories – Episode Three.

_{War News video clips courtesy of PRIME TV, The Gibson Group Ltd & NZ On Air.} 

(external link) Watch this short video clip on Teeth from War Stories – Episode Five.

_{War News video clips courtesy of PRIME TV, The Gibson Group Ltd & NZ On Air.}