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William Wilberforce

Explore the life and political and social achievements of William Wilberforce, the Hull MP, who was instrumental in the campaign to abolish British involvement in the Transatlantic Slave Trade.

7-14 year olds
Pupils

Victorians

A comprehensive BBC site covering the following aspects of the Victorian Era: Queen Victoria and her Prime Ministers, Political Events, Industrial Revolution, Technology and Innovation, Daily Life and Welfare and Health.

11-18 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

Scottish Woodlands

Find out about seasonal changes in trees, what trees need to live and grow healthily and how trees both living and dead support life.

5-11 year olds
Pupils

The Adventures of Captain Cook

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

11-16 year olds
Pupils

Private Peaceful by Michael Morpurgo

An abridgement by the BBC of Michael Morpurgo's moving story about a soldier called Thomas "Tommo" Peaceful, who is looking back on his life from the trenches of World War 1. It underlines the senselessness of war.

9-14 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

Dyspraxia in Children

Find out here what dyspraxia is and get practical information on how to help children with dyspraxia cope with daily life.

5-14 year olds
Teachers, Parents

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

Home Sweet Home Front

The Home Sweet Home Front website tells the story of life on the British home front during World War Two. Illustrated with posters and photographs.

7-14 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

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.

11-18 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

My Jewish Learning

Articles, videos and other resources to help you navigate all aspects of Judaism and Jewish life — from food to history to beliefs and practices.

11-16 year olds
Teachers, Pupils
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