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The Northern Ireland Conflict 1968 - 1998

An overview of the Northern Ireland conflict that was a thirty year bout of political violence, low intensity armed conflict and political deadlock within the six north-eastern counties of Ireland that formed part of the UK.

14-18 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery

Find out about the excellent free learning support services including teacher led visits which include art teaching and handling historical artefacts. The site includes information and photographs of Greek, Roman and Egyptian artefacts.

5-18 year olds
Teachers

British Anti-Slavery

An article from the BBC which traces the campaign in the 19th century against slavery through to its abolition.

14-18 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

The History Association

Download lesson plans and resources for primary history and literacy at KS1 and KS2 from the Nuffield Foundation. They include the resources you need and examples of the children's work as well.

5-11 year olds
Teachers

The Adventures of Captain Cook

A National Geographic Kids article about the life and voyages of Captain James Cook.

11-16 year olds
Pupils

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.

7-11 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

British Seaside History in Pictures

A selection of photographs, most black and white, of UK seaside resorts each with a brief historical explanation.

5-11 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

The Martin Luther King Papers Project

A major project to collect historical information about Martin Luther King and the social movements in which he participated. It includes audio files and lesson plans.

14-18 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

Women on the Home Front in World War One

World War One provided new employment opportunities for women. This site from the BBC exams the enduring impact of the war on women's lives.

16-18 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

The Ancient Olympics

Did you know the Olympics began in Ancient Greece? Here you can compare ancient and modern Olympic sports, tour ancient Olympia and read about the exploits of the first Olympic athletes.

9-14 year olds
Teachers, Pupils
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