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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

Marie Curie and the Science of Radioactivity

Read about the life of Marie Curie and the contribution she made to the science of radioactivity.

14-16 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

Robert Peel

An overview of the life and career of this great statesman. Areas covered include the repeal of the Corn Laws, Irish Potato Famine and Catholic Emancipation.

14-16 year olds
Teachers, Pupils

Lifeguards

A place-value game where you need to rescue the struggling swimmers. Drag the correct number of tens and ones on the chart before you throw a life-line.

5-7 year olds
Pupils

The Workhouse

An impressive site, which includes source documents, on the history of the English poor laws and life in the workhouse. It also traces the development of the education system in Britain.

14-18 year olds
Teachers, Pupils
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