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Key stage 1 | Subject: History, English | Topics: Medieval, Tudors, Victorians | Session Type: Online session
A call for help from the past leads us on a time travelling journey of discovery. Will we be able to save the King from embarrassment and what will we learn along the way?
Join us as we explore our palaces at different points in their history through the eyes of our time travelling laundress. What has changed and what has stayed the same and how do these palaces differ from one another?
This session features pre-recorded videos and is led by a skilled facilitator who can respond to your class. You will receive support to set up the technology needed ensuring a smooth and engaging session.
Learning objectives
Children will:
- Compare and contrast palace life through the ages including the Medieval, Tudor and Victorian periods.
- Gain an insight into palace life to discover what it was like to work at a royal palace.
National Curriculum links
This session supports:
- Similarities and differences between ways of life in different periods.
- Significant historical events, people and places in their own locality.
- Using discussion in order to learn.
Booking Information
Availability
Tuesdays
09.30, 11.00, 13.30
Duration
Please allow 1 hour
Capacity
35 students
Price
£30
Safeguarding
Please read our risk assessment and the things we have considered to keep your students safe during an online learning session.
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