Boy in the Striped Pyjamas 20 Cross Curricular Activities

**Boy in the Striped Pyjamas **

Nine-year-old Bruno knows nothing of the Holocaust or the appalling atrocities of the concentration camp just a few yards from his new home. Living in an isolated house in a desolate area called “Out-With,” Bruno is lonely and bored. One day, while exploring, he meets a boy his age named Shmuel, who lives on the other side of a fence. Though unaware of the grim reality Shmuel faces, Bruno forms a deep friendship with him, oblivious to the fence that separates them symbolically and literally.

As their friendship grows, Bruno’s innocence and Shmuel’s stark reality clash, leading to a heartbreaking and poignant conclusion. “The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas” is a haunting and powerful story of innocence, friendship, and the devastating impact of prejudice, told through the eyes of a young boy who unknowingly steps into one of history’s darkest moments. This is a tale that will stay with you long after you turn the last page.

20 Cross Curricular Activities
These activities will help deepen understanding and engagement with “The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas,” allowing students to explore its themes, characters, and historical context in various creative and analytical ways.

Suitable for KS2 to KS4