The Wright Brothers and the First Aeroplane Flight

Categories: History, Key Stage 1
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About Course

On 17 December 1903, two brothers made history by flying the first powered aeroplane. Children aged 5–7 find out who Orville and Wilbur Wright were, how their first flight happened, how we know about it, and how flying has changed since.

Tutwoo Kids is an independent learning provider. This course is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Department for Education, Ofqual or any exam board. Our certificates celebrate learning but are not qualifications.

What Will You Learn?

  • Tell the story of the first powered aeroplane flight Know the key facts: who, when, where and how long Compare early aeroplanes with planes today Explain how we know about events beyond living memory

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • Meet Orville and Wilbur
  • 17 December 1903: the first flight
  • Flying then and now

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