The main areas within the section cover Local History, British History, European History and World History, all suitable for children studying History at Key Stage 2 level.
Within Local History children are able to find out about English Heritage, learn about the history of places in the UK and discover how to find out more about various local history topics suitable for KS2 learning.
The British History area looks closely at the Anglo Saxons, Romans, Tudors, Vikings, Victorians, Kings & Queens and British Prime Ministers. Also covered is Britain since 1930, including the effects of World War Two, famous men and women, architecture and technology & transport.
Within the European History area children are able to learn about Ancient Greece and develop their understanding and knowledge of art & architecture, famous men and women, maps, plans & places, myths & legends, trade & industry and religion. There is also an overview of Medieval Europe and an online activity about the legend of William Tell, ideal for those learning History at KS2 level.
The World History area focuses on Ancient Egypt, Ancient Sumer, Assyrian Empire, Indus Valley, The Maya, Benin and The Aztecs. Through interactive games, puzzles, quizzes and activities, children at Key Stage 2 level can gain a greater understanding of important events, everyday life during these periods and factors such as art & architecture and trade & technology.
The General History area of this Key Stage 2 History section covers all other historical issues including Chronology, Explorers, Families, Famous British Battles, Famous People and Museums. Children are able to enhance their understanding of most historical topics, ranging from what people ate to how houses have changed through history.
The resources and activities in the KS2 History section are in an interactive, online, or printable format that brings a differing dynamic to the subject for children studying at Key Stage 2.
1483-1485 - Richard III - Online activity about Richard III
1485-1509 - Henry VII - Online activity about Henry VII
1509-1547 - Henry VIII - Online activity about Henry VIII
1547-1553 - Edward VI - Online activity about Edward VI
1553-1553 - Lady Jane Grey - Online activity about Lady Jane Grey
1553-1558 - Mary I - Online activity about Mary I
1558-1603 - Elizabeth I - Online activity about Elizabeth I
Circumnavigate the World - Interactive activity to sail around the World with Sir Francis Drake
Edward VI - Interactive questions about Edward VI.
Famous Tudors - Clipart for Tudors
Hans Holbein - Online activity about Hans Holbein
Henry VIII - Interactive questions about Henry VIII.
Henry VIII and his Wives - Sort his wifes into the correct order.
Henry VIII Jigsaw - Try your hand at this jigsaw puzzle and whe you complete it you'll see a picture of Henry VIII.
Henry VIII Quiz - Interactive quiz about Henry VIII.
John Cabot - Online activity about John Cabot.
King Henry VIII - Information about King Henry VIII
Lady Jane Grey - Excellent site dedicated to everything you want to know about Lady Jane Grey.
Lady Jane Grey - Interactive questions about Lady Jane Grey.
Mary I (Mary Tudor) - Interactive questions about Mary I.
Monarchs of Great Britain - Excellent site covering all the English Monarchs including individual info on each.
Queen Elizabeth I - Interactive questions about Elizabeth I.
Queen Elizabeth I Puzzle - An interactive jigsaw for you to solve.
Sir Francis Drake - Online activity about Sir Francis Drake.
Sir Walter Raleigh - Online information and activity about Sir Walter Raleigh.
The Tudors - Information about who the Tudors were
The wives of Henry VIII - Interactive questions about the wives of Henry VIII.
Thomas Cranmer - Online activity about Thomas Cranmer.
Tudor Britain - Interactive site with many games relating to Tudor times.
Tudor family tree - Interactive activity where you need to interpret the Tudor family tree.
Tudor Kings and Queens - Interactive activity about ordering the Tudor Kings and Queens.
Tudor Pirates - Online information about pirates during the Tudor period
William Shakespeare - Interactive task about William Shakespeare.