Head to the Hills with Time Tunneller Barbara Henderson. She is in the Highlands of Scotland to introduce us to one of the darkest chapters in Scottish history: the Glencoe Massacre when an entire clan was murdered at the orders of the government in the early years of Jacobite uprisings. Youngsters will enjoy the writing... Continue Reading →
World Book Day – Our favourite reads!
Happy World Book Day to all our friends and supporters! To celebrate, we've teamed up with some of our guest authors to recommend our favourite books! Watch the video, download the reading list, and scroll down for a fab activity on stepping into the shoes of your favourite character! https://youtu.be/ZAUfpaE6xG4 A World Book Day Reading... Continue Reading →
The History of Children’s Books
For World Book Day, the Time Tunnellers celebrate children’s books through the ages! Let us take you on a whistlestop tour of the history of children’s books, from the 1800s (when books specifically aimed at children first emerged) to the present day. You may learn something new or spot some old favourites as they fly... Continue Reading →
The Plague Village!
Time Tunneller Susan Brownrigg is off to Derbyshire to visit the plague village of Eyam where many lives were lost, but a great deal more saved due to the strict quarantine the villagers imposed on themselves. Join her for a close up look at the history of the Bubonic Plague in England - and she... Continue Reading →
