Diwali
An animation where a boy explains why Diwali is his favourite time of the year. Afterwards you can make your own firework display!
History Trails - Victorian Britain
Follow the history trail which includes games to find out about life in Victorian times. This site from the BBC has information on the industrial revolution, social conditions, occupations and Victorian women.
Adjustable Spinner
Conduct a probability experiment by creating a spinner of your own choice and spinning it many times. See how your results compare with the theoretical probability.
Grace Darling
Grace Darling was a heroine from Victorian times. Watch the story here.
World War One
A comprehensive collection of articles from the BBC on the Great War. It includes transcripts of newspaper articles from the time. A fantastic resource.
Hickory Dickory Clock
A telling the time game. Choose the correct time and the mouse runs up the clock to get the cheese. Get it wrong and the cat is waiting!
Renaissance
Journey back to a time of great discovery and invention: the Renaissance. Learn what factors led up to this exceptional time in history, about its art, ideas, and notable figures. Interactive activities include an adventure as a spice trader.
Events in Irish History
An Irish site which outlines main events in Irish history from pagan times to the conflicts of the 1960's.
Ten Facts about the Tudors
Take a trip back in time with National Geographic Kids and discover ten terrific facts about the Tudors. Includes links to information Henry VIII's six wives and also about Henry VIII life in comic book form.
Shabbat Symbols and Objects Explained for Kids
Shabbat is the period in the life of Jews from twilight on Friday to nightfall on Saturday evening. This page explains the symbols and objects connected to this time that you would find in Jewish homes.
