ANZAC Day ideas for OSHC
6 DIY activities for a anzac day at before and after school care or vacation care, usually run around 25 April or 11 November. Pick and mix, or build a balanced day in one click.
ANZAC Day History Talk
Children look at pictures and hear the story of ANZAC Day in simple, age-appropriate terms, then share questions and ideas.
ANZAC Day · Cooking Day · Remembrance Day +2Bake ANZAC Biscuits
Children mix, roll and bake oat and golden syrup biscuits while learning why these biscuits are linked to ANZAC Day.
Remembrance Day · ANZAC Day · Craft DayHandmade Poppy Wreath
Children make paper poppies and arrange them together on a card ring to create a group wreath for Remembrance Day.
Remembrance Day · ANZAC Day · Time Travellers DayLetters From the Past
Older children imagine life during wartime and write a letter as if from a person of that time, building empathy and historical understanding.
ANZAC Day · Remembrance Day · Mindfulness Day +1Minute of Quiet Reflection
Children take part in a respectful minute of silence and a gentle conversation about why people remember those who served.
ANZAC Day · Remembrance Day · Craft Day +1Paper and Button Poppies
Children make red remembrance poppies from paper and buttons, creating a display and learning about the symbol's meaning.