Twenty Top Titanic Facts
Interesting facts about the Titanic disaster from National Geographic Kids.
The Irish Famine 1845-9
This is a straightforward description of this disaster for the Irish people.
Florence Nightingale: the lady with the Lamp
This site from the BBC examines whether the romantic image of the Lady with the Lamp was entirely justified.
Pyramids - The Inside Story
Follow an excavation and discover how archaeological finds from the pyramids help us to understand life in ancient Egypt. Find out who built the pyramids and how old they are.
Making the Modern World
Stories of science and invention from the 18th century to today which help to explain the development and spread of modern industrial society and its effect on our lives. Useful for General Studies courses.
The Aesop for Children
Aesop for Children contains the text of selected fables, pictures, video, and interactive animations, and will be enjoyed by readers of any age. Interact with the charming illustrations to see and hear them move.
Why do we remember Florence Nightingale?
Here the National Archives website has produced details about Florence Nightingale based on original photographs and documents. Useful as a teacher reference for lesson ideas.
Heart and Circulation
A superb resource which looks at the function of the heart and heart disease. Find out what you can do to keep your heart healthy.
Wikipedia - The Free Encyclopedia
Just what it says, a free encyclopedia. Anyone can edit this so the information is not guaranteed to be accurate.
Teaching about the Holocaust
Excellent resources for teachers of the Holocaust which include a publication giving guidelines on teaching this subject.
