Make Your Own Remembrance Wreath

Explore the history of the poppy and create your own remembrance wreath in this family friendly activity.
Make Your Own Remembrance Wreath

Explore the history of the poppy and create your own remembrance wreath.

Each November, poppies are sold in schools, in shops, and in lots of different public places. Discover more about the different types of poppy (and other flowers) used for remembrance around the world.

Activity sheet

Use our template and instructions to have a go at making your own remembrance wreath at home.

Why not share your creations with us on social media using @NAM_London

Download the activity sheet

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Schools

Learning resources

Our growing selection of resources are designed to support young people’s learning needs in the classroom, at home or during a visit to the Museum.

Primary

Poppies to remember?

Discover some of the stories of Remembrance held by the Museum, the evolution of the poppy as a symbol, and how it is used today.

Primary

Poppies to remember? (virtual)

Discover some of the stories of Remembrance held by the Museum, the evolution of the poppy as a symbol, and how it is used today.

Trail

Poppies and Remembrance: Gallery Trail

Follow this gallery trail to find out more about Remembrance and the lives of soldiers during the First World War.

Video

BlackPoppyRose at the National Army Museum

Explore the theme of remembrance and the service of African and Caribbean men and women in the British Army with BlackPoppyRose.

Home activity

Make Your Own Gift Tin

Discover the story of the Princess Mary Gift Tin in this family-friendly, festive First World War activity.