Pie Charts Problem Solving
A starter activity involving problem solving tasks with pie charts.
The Norman Conquest
A clear account of the Norman Conquest from BBC Bitesize including the background of the rival claims to the British throne.
The Anatomy of a Glacier
A well explained account of the formation and effects of glaciers.
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.
Maundy Thursday
Find out about the history and traditions behind Maunday Thursday when Christians remember the Last Supper of Jesus.
The Reign of Richard II
This site from the BBC examines the personality of King Richard II and key events of his reign from 1377 to 1399.
Department of Education, Northern Ireland
The Department of Education site for Northern Ireland which outlines the aims of and plans for the education service. Relevant to teachers and parents alike.
The Story of Africa - Slavery
Here this BBC site examines the history of the slave trade from its roots to the time when it ended.
National Association of Head Teachers
A comprehensive site for this organisation. Registration is needed to access the wide range of resources.
Co-ordinates - Reasoning about Position and Shape
An interactive site where you find the missing coordinates on a given shape, reflected in a mirror line, or the midpoints of straight lines. You can choose to find coordinates in the first quadrant, or all four quadrants.
