Perhaps the children can use this writing page to put down their thoughts about what Captain Tom did for the country, copy his famous motto, or perhaps write a tribute to this inspiring old man.
Captain Tom was awarded medals for his service during the Second World War. He also won many awards, and was knighted, in 2020, for his amazing fundraising achievements during the early stages of the Covid-19 pandemic. Can you design a new award for Captain Tom?
Captain Tom, aged 99, walked 100 laps around his garden to raise money for NHS charities, and by doing so lifted the spirits of the nation during the first months of the Covid-19 pandemic. What a true hero he was.