Life in the 1950s
What was life like in the fifties? Students experience the technologies, clothing, breakfast and shopping routines of life in the 1950s. They will shop, experience aspects of school learning, games and meal routines (breakfast) using objects from the times. The interactive experience will also include specific examples of technology such as a working wringer washing machine and record player. For many students this is what it was like for their grandparents growing up.
Teacher Resource: 
Life in the 1950s Teacher Resource (0.09MB)
Information for Teachers
- Programme Objectives:
- Gain hands-on experience of everyday activities associated with living in New Zealand in the 1950s
- Numbers of Students:
- Maximum 30
- Class Level:
- New Entrant - Year 8
- Programme Duration:
- 2 hrs
- Special Requirements:
- Adult ratio 1:6
- Possible Focus Topics:
- Related Programmes:
- Pioneer NZ
- Old School Days
- Toys and Games Through Time
- Kiwiana