The Spanish Experiment
Free introductory Spanish lessons for beginners and children's stories in Spanish. They could be used for younger children with adult support.
Encylopedia Mythica
Alphabetically arranged information on myths and legends from a wide range of different ancient cultures.
Sir Francis Drake
Who was Francis Drake? This daring Tudor seafarer was thought to be a hero by many, fearsome by some and reckless by others. This site from the Maritime Museum has a straightforward account of his exploits.
Battle of Britain
Examine the background to the aerial conflict between British and German forces in the skies over the UK in 1940.
Bristol and Transatlantic Slavery Myths and Truths
A blog post about Bristol’s role in the transatlantic slave trade. It looks at the myths and truths behind this dark area of Bristol's history.
Coal Mining and the Victorians
This feature looks at the lives of children working in coal mines in Victorian England. It includes extracts original sources which help to highlight the working conditions.
The German Project
The German Project has German beginner German vocabulary and grammar lessons and children's stories in German. The resources could be used with younger children with adult support.
The Great Fire of London
Explore the story of the fire in detail by following the timeline and investigating the people, objects and themes. Interactive activities along the way to help you understand how we know about the Great Fire.
Listen and Play The Little Red Hen
A BBC EYFS resource with songs, rhymes and listening games to join in with and the story of The Little Red Hen. It has teachers' notes and a download option.
Christmas Activities
Songs and videos for young children on a Christmas theme.
