Lech Walesa was a brave and determined man from Poland who worked hard to make life better for his fellow people. He was born in 1943 in a small town and grew up to become a shipyard worker. Lech believed that everyone should be treated fairly and with respect, so he decided to stand up for the rights of his fellow workers.
Why did Lech Walesa decide to stand up for the rights of his fellow workers?
What was the name of the trade union founded by Lech Walesa in the 1980s?
What impact did Lech Walesa's efforts have on Poland's government?
How did Lech Walesa's actions help bring about a more democratic society in Poland?
Discuss why it is important to stand up for what is right, using Lech Walesa's story as an example.
A Visit to Gdansk
Hi, I'm Mia and I'm 8 years old. I want to share with you about my recent trip to Gdansk! It was so much fun exploring this beautiful city full of history and culture. One of the highlights of my visit was learning about Lech Walesa, a famous leader who fought for workers' rights.
What is the name of the 8-year-old child in the blog post?
Where did Mia visit recently?
Who is Lech Walesa and why is he famous?
What tourist attraction in Gdansk did Mia visit that was influenced by Lech Walesa?
What was one of the highlights of Mia's visit to Gdansk?
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Your Turn...
After learning all about Lech Walesa, your job is to create a timeline of their life. You should add all the important events in their life but you can be inventive and add some interesting things that people might like to read about. You can make it as simply as you like with pen and paper or you can be very inventive and create a 3D diorama or hanging banner. The sky's the limit - go for it!