The Berlin Wall separated families, friends, and loyalties when it was erected in 1961, symbolizing the Cold War divide. Dan Smith's book "The Wall Between Us" explores the impact of this division on two best friends, Anna and Monica, highlighting the harsh realities of life in East Germany versus West.
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?
Alexander Hamilton
Now everyone knows his name - or at least his last name - but for the longest time Alexander Hamilton was a forgotten figure in the story of America's independence. Watch Robin Scott-Elliot's video on his turbulent life, then read the fact file and write your own song about him! Video https://youtu.be/CGm1OILv9jI Free resource TT... 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 →
