Holocaust Memorial Day, marked all over the world, is one of the most important days in the calendar. It takes a different theme each year – and in 2020, on and around January 27th we’re able to offer three different programmes to primary and secondary schools, all designed to explore the theme of “Stand Together” … Read More
History
Ruby Slippers’ Tour of British History!
A unique way to explore both history and British Values – in just one day! There are two things you should know about Ruby Slippers. First, she has a passion for learning as much as she can about and from history. And second, with just a click of her own slippers (and a little bit … Read More
Teaching Resource: WWI Indoor Remembrance Garden – Teaching Ideas
Creating an Indoor Remembrance Garden provides a simple, safe and structured opportunity for pupils to reflect on the reality that a great many young people died in World War I. We’d love to hear how you get on with (and develop) the activity, so please let us know! Download the resource here … Read More
Case Study: Black History Month
UK schools have been celebrating Black History Month since 1987 – and we were delighted to take part this year in the work being undertaken by Someries Infants in Luton. Year 1 and 2 children had been looking at the lives and achievements of two pioneers in their fields – Mary Seacole (nursing) and Matthew … Read More