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A Beginner's Guide to the Anglican Church

Although this site is from New Zealand it explains what goes on inside an Anglican Church and what Christians believe.

11-16 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

The Gunpowder Plot

A PowerPoint and videos about the Gunpowder Plot. The videos serve as an introduction to the story of Guy Fawkes and the origins of Bonfire night but they are not suitable for younger pupils.

7-11 year olds
Teachers

The Norman Conquest

A clear account of the Norman Conquest from BBC Bitesize including the background of the rival claims to the British throne.

11-13 year olds
Pupils

The Victorian Period

Basic information about daily life in Victorian England and Wales. The site has outline details of Victorian personalities such as Queen Victoria, George Stephenson, Gladstone and Disraeli.

11-14 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

Jack and the Beanstalk

An animated story of the fairy tale Jack and the Beanstalk in short video clips from the BBC.

5-7 year olds
Pupils

Anglo-Saxons

Eight learner guides and seven class clips videos on the Anglo-Saxons from the BBC.

7-11 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

The Meaning of Christingle

Discover the origins of Christingles, the symbolism behind them and how to make your own Christingle.

7-14 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

Jack and the Beanstalk

Listen to or read the story of Jack and the Beanstalk. Excellent animation.

3-5 year olds
Pupils

The Alphabet Song

A catchy song which can help you learn the order of the letters of the alphabet. It uses capital letters rather than lower case letters.

5-7 year olds
Pupils

Get the Right School

Getting your child into the school of your choice can be difficult. This site has helpful advice on how to gain that place at the right school in the UK.

3-16 year olds
Parents
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