Learn more about the Titanic with this All About the Titanic PowerPoint. This informative PowerPoint explains when the Titanic was built, how big it was, why it sunk, and more. The shape of the Titanic Belfast’s facade, which is the building’s iconic exterior, is made up of 3000 differently shaped silver aluminium sheets. These sheets have been folded into complex asymmetrical geometric patterns. The effect of this intricate design is a breathtaking specular appearance, which is amplified by the selection of reflective pools of water that are scattered around the base of the building. The Titanic Belfast is built on the former Harland & Wolff shipyard, which is where the Titanic was originally constructed. It’s a great art activity to accompany KS2 teaching on the Titanic and the early twentieth-century. It's also perfect for creating a stunning, collaborative display to brighten up classrooms. Resources to follow this Titanic art activity for KS2 We've also included a completed Titanic layout picture, which can be used as a reference or teaching tool.

Our printable Titanic 3D Model is another practical activity which can be used in making displays or in storytelling activities. What can I include in Titanic art activities with KS2? This handy teacher-made worksheet allows your children to show how much they've learned about the topic of the Titanic. Our Titanic resources are teacher-made which mean you can rely on them to be beneficial to National Curriculum requirements for History, appropriate for your KS1 Class but also full of great, useful information, challenging tasks and even beautiful, full-colour, original illustrations. With so many attractive, fully-prepared resources ready to go, Twinkl can save you valuable time planning your KS1 lessons to deliver the best possible lessons. What are some Titanic facts? The Titanic Belfast is a must-visit for tourists and locals alike. If you don’t have a particular interest in the history of the Titanic when you enter the museum, you’ll certainly have one by the time you leave. Learn more about the building with these intriguing Titanic Belfast facts:

Tiny holes should be made in the bottom, through which blue paper streamers can be threaded to depict water leaking from the ship! The museum is located in Belfast’s aptly named, Titanic Quarter. As you walk around, you will see the story of the Titanic, from its construction to its unfortunate end, through a series of attractions and exhibits. The museum also contains information about the Titanic’s sister ships, the RMS Olympic and HMHS Britannic.

If you and your class loved these Titanic Belfast facts, the fun doesn’t have to stop here! You can teach your children all about the history of the RMS Titanic and the Titanic Belfast museum with our collection of handy resources: As the world's largest mobile man-made object at the time, the ship was considered an engineering marvel. At 882 feet long, ittook over three years to build and 600 tons of coal per day to power. The Titanic was the most celebrated ocean liner of its time but of course, it would prove to be sinkable.The Titanic was built in May 1911 in Belfast and took 2 years and 10 months to build. It was designed by architect Alexander Carlisle who also designed sister ships The Olympic and The Brittanic. Over 15,000 workers took part in the construction of the ship. These workers included welders, plumbers and carpenters. When it was finished, it's launch was attended by over 100,000 people. Just 100 metres from where the Titanic Belfast is now located is the spot where the ship’s hull was originally constructed. The whole area surrounding the building is drenched in history as, just off to the right, you will find the Harland and Wolff drawing office where the Titanic was originally designed and, to the left, is the Victoria Channel, where the ship first set sail. The Titanic set sail on the 10th April 1912. It was going from Southampton, England, to New York, U.S.A. Or perhaps you would like another fun activity to try for your children to complete at home or in school, Well, our Titanic word search is the resource for you!