The Wind in the Willows
Listen to The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Graham told in ten episodes by Bernard Cribbins. Each episode is accompanied by a short synopsis and a printable transcript, for the children to follow. There are follow-up ideas for teachers.
American History
Online encyclopedia on the history of the United States which includes narrative, illustrations and primary sources. A comprehensive site which includes sections such as political leaders and events, slavery, women's suffrage and much more.
Learning Curve - Civil War
A unit designed for year 8 children about the Civil Wars in the seventeenth century. It features a range of historical sources from the National Archives which teachers can use to promote an enquiry based, stimulating approach to learning.
10 Tips for Firework Safety
Ten simple steps to keeping safe on Bonfire Night and how to keep animals safe. Click on the link 'Why do we have Fireworks Night' for a brief history of the event. A BBC Newsround site.
