• Introduction
• National curriculum and lesson ideas
• Classroom activities
• Resources

Below are a variety of PDF activities for primary classes. Each activity relates to the Gallipoli campaign or Herbert’s story.

Hard tack recipe

Hard tack was one of the staple components of a soldier’s diet. These biscuits were issued to the men who served during the First World War. The recipe is unchanged and the biscuits will give students a better insight into daily life on the Gallipoli peninsula.

Word Search

Search for words relating to the Gallipoli campaign. If you are unsure about any terms you come across in the diary, look them up on our online glossary.

Crossword

Read the clues and fill in the answer on the crossword sheet. The solution to this puzzle can be found amongst the teacher notes.