First News Special Editions

From WWI to outer space, First News has created a series of topical special editions for your school to use in class, for homework or remote-learning. Each one is available as a free digital copy. Please refer to the publishing dates below for information on when the content of each edition was created.

Remembering the Queen

Commemorative Edition

First published September 2022

Inside this special issue, we look back at the life of Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-serving monarch in Britain’s history. Read all about her early years, her coronation, her wedding dress, her work and her favourite pets.

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WWI and WWII

Special Editions

First published between 2014-2015

Immerse your pupils in history with special editions commemorating WWI and WWII. Journey through a collection of fascinating stories, photographs and reports from WWI and WWII.

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Fake News

Special Edition

First published September 2018
Updated June 2021

Making Sense of the News supports the teaching of critical literacy and explaining how to fact check articles, while offering an exploration of the history of news reporting.

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Shakespeare

Special Edition

First published March 2015
Updated June 2021

In this special edition learn all about Shakespeare, from early theatre performances of his plays to modern retellings, as well as a look at some of his most famous characters and influences.

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