Join Barbara Henderson to explore the Ousdale Broch - an iron age skyscraper that is as mysterious as it is impressive!
Secrets of the Broch with Barbara Henderson
Happy Birthday Jane Austen! with Ally Sherrick
This December marks the 250th birthday of Jane Austen, celebrated for her six classic novels. Ally Sherrick recounts Austen's life, from her supportive family background to her successful writing career, culminating in her lasting impact on literature and popular culture. Austen's works continue to be beloved worldwide.
William Wallace’s Co-Commander with Barbara Henderson
In celebration of the 30th anniversary of Braveheart and the Battle of Stirling Bridge, learn about Barbara Henderson's new book "To War with Wallace", which honors Andrew de Moray. It includes a writing challenge for students and a free teaching resource. The story follows Harry, an apprentice armorer, caught in Scotland's Wars of Independence.
Edith Nesbitt: A Local Legend
When was the last time you took a walk in your local area? How much do you know about the people who have lived there in the past? Take a stoll with author Matthew Wainwright as he goes on the trail of renowned children's writer Edith Nesbit in South London. https://youtu.be/ZwZi6KiidXw
The Great London Tornado of 1091
Just twenty-five years after the battle of Hastings, London was hit by a tremendous tornado - one of the first ever recorded in the British Isles! It destroyed 600 houses and lifted the roof clean of St. Mary-Le-Bow church in Cheapside. Coming hard on the heels of the Norman invasion, many Saxons may have seen... Continue Reading →
Mudlarking in Victorian Times: ‘Toshing’
Join Guest Time Tunneller Kate Wiseman as she introduces us to another aspect of mudlarking: 'toshing' - a very dangerous but lucrative activity practised by Victorian mudlarks in the depths of London's sewer systems. Kate has also provided a school's resource on mudlarking, free to download below. If you are interested in Kate's brilliant first... Continue Reading →
George Stephenson and his homes
Join author Susan Brownrigg as she visits the different houses inventor George Stephenson's lived in - and discover how they reflect his growing success and status as a steam locomotive engineer. https://youtu.be/MpgGyHJsTVE George Stephenson and his homes challenge TT SB JAN 25Download
Remember, remember – the Gunpowder Plot!
Remember, remember! Ally Sherrick takes us through the story-spark that inspired her first book, 'Black Powder', set at the time of the notorious Gunpowder Plot. What story-sparks might be flickering in seemingly familiar places for you?
VIKING ATTACK!
Write a dual narrative action scene! First, watch the Time Tunnellers video about the Viking Attack on the Holy Island of Lindisfarne. https://youtu.be/2bHZzHnAjkk Background: On the 6th of June 793 AD, Vikings attacked the Christian monastery at Lindisfarne in Northumbria – the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle refers to the attackers by the name 'Northmen'. The monastery was on a... Continue Reading →
A history of voting reform
https://youtu.be/eL6LYPYOvbg On Thursday July 4th, the U.K will go to the polls to vote in the General Election. Eligible voters will select from a list of candidates who they would like to represent them as their member of parliament - MP for their area (constituency.) To vote you must be registered to vote be 18... Continue Reading →
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