Youth & Schools
Free downloadable resources for schools, youth groups and families — helping young people learn about Remembrance and honour those who served.
Remembrance Day Guides
Age-appropriate guides to help teachers and parents explain Remembrance Day to young people.
Ages 11–16Remembrance Day Explained — Ages 11–16
An educational infographic covering what Remembrance Day is, why it matters, and how young people can get involved.
Ages 5–8Remembrance Day Explained — Ages 5–8
A child-friendly guide to Remembrance Day, written in simple language to help younger children understand and participate.
Craft Activities
Hands-on poppy craft projects for classrooms, youth groups and families — all free to download.
Poppy String Art
Create a beautiful poppy string art masterpiece. Age 8+, approx. £2–£3.
Poppy Garland
Make a poppy garland to decorate home, classroom or event. Age 5+, approx. £1–£2.
Poppy Paper Flower
Create your own poppy to remember and honour our heroes. Age 5+, approx. £1.
Wooden Spoon Soldiers
Make a wooden spoon soldier to remember and say thank you. All ages.
Remembrance Pebbles
Paint smooth pebbles with poppy designs — small stones, big meaning. All ages.
Tissue Paper Suncatchers
Brighten a window and honour a hero with this simple poppy suncatcher. All ages.
Poppy Windmills
Spin, remember, honour — a simple craft to help us remember. All ages.
Paper Plate Wreath
A simple poppy wreath craft — Lest We Forget. All ages.
Poppies from Drink Bottles
Reuse, Reduce, Remember — make poppies from recycled drink bottles. All ages.
Poppies from Drink Bottles (RBL Poole)
The RBL Poole Branch branded version of the drink bottle poppy craft guide.
Remembrance Lanterns
Light up their memory — a simple jar lantern craft for all ages. Safe, simple & meaningful.
Handprint Poppy
A simple handprint craft to remember those who gave so much. Perfect for young children.
Egg Carton Poppies
Create beautiful poppies from egg cartons — great for schools, youth groups and community projects.
Knit a Poppy Challenge
Knit 20 poppies (or more!) to support the Poole Branch Poppy Appeal 2026. Drop off at The Spire, Poole.
Want to bring these activities into your school or youth group? Get in touch with the branch and we'd love to help.