What would a barber want with a pair of bears from a Victorian zoo? Join Time Tunneller Catherine Randall to explore the history of the Surrey Gardens, a zoo in south London - and discover what bears might have to do with gentlemen's hairdressing!
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.
Time Tunneller Ally Sherrick heads out to explore! Join her at Chysauster, and ancient Romano-British village full of history and story footprints - she even sets a fabulously dramatic writing challenge too! https://youtu.be/1y6drO_rMZA
Where are we today? Well, no prizes: Today, Time Tunneller Barbara Henderson takes us to Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of the most famous playwright who ever lived! Check out the Bard's birthplace, his school, and complete a writing challenge with plenty of DRAMA too. https://youtu.be/sA4SK7d6tD0
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
