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Exploring the Christian Faith

A good site about Christianity which has details about the major festivals, Bible stories and information about different churches and ethical issues facing Christians.

7-16 year olds
Teachers

The Greatest Game Ever

Can you beat the computer by making a 3-digit number that is larger? There is also a number ordering game. Slow loading.

6-7 year olds
Pupils

In the Jungles of Brazil

A charming animated song about jungle animals. Children can sing along and and join in with the animal noises.

3-5 year olds
Pupils

Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra

Just what it says, a superb guide to the instruments of an orchestra. It is based on music by Benjamin Britten who was commissioned to write music to help children understand instruments in an orchestra.

7-11 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

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.

9-14 year olds
Pupils

Shrove Tuesday - Pancake Day

Find out about how Shrove Tuesday, better known as Pancake Day, is celebrated in the UK and about the origins of the tradition.

11-16 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

Holy Week

The last week of Lent is known as Holy Week. Find out about the history and traditions of the days which make up Holy Week, Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday.

7-16 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

Seed Germinator

Find out what goes on underground when seeds are sprouting? Try this experiment to investigate the process of plant development. The site has teaching tips and background to the science.

6-11 year olds
Teachers

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.

11-16 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

Arctic Wildlife

Find out about the mammals of the Arctic and the threats they face.

7-14 year olds
Pupils
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