This history article ‘Medieval Doctor Kit’ features important factual background information about the objects a medieval doctor would have used during the deadly plague. It describes the leather masks, wooden sticks and various plague cures that would typically be found in a medieval doctor’s kit. It is aimed at broadening students’ historical and cultural awareness …More
This analysing text worksheet ‘Mount St Helen Volcanic Eruption’ supports students to use various strategies to understand a narrative text about this disaster. It is aimed at encouraging students to deconstruct the text in order to gain a deeper understanding of its purpose, to recall specific details from the text, to look critically at words …More
This postcard ‘Mpumalanga: Motlatse River Canyon’ features important factual background information on the third-largest canyon in the world. The postcard template encourages students to research the location in order to write creatively about it as though recounting a visit. It is aimed at broadening students’ awareness of the environmental, cultural and historical landmarks of South …More
This history article, ‘My History… with Pip Russell’ features an interview with one of the presenters on the Australian children’s TV show Totally Wild. It provides factual information about Pip’s life and career and is aimed at broadening students’ cultural and historical awareness.
This history article, ‘My History… with Samantha Harris’ features an interview with famous Australian Indigenous model Samantha Harris. It provides factual information about Samantha’s life and career and is aimed at broadening students’ cultural and historical awareness.
This history article, ‘My Oh Mayan’ features the ancient Mayan ‘Long Count’ calendar and the myth that it prophesied the world would end on 21 December 2012. It provides factual information about the ancient Mayan calendar and a fun ‘Count Like a Mayan’ activity. It has a glossary of unfamiliar words and terms from the …More
This short nonfiction text, ‘N: Newgrange’ features important factual background information about the most ancient site in Ireland. It is aimed at broadening students’ awareness of the symbols and icons associated with Irish culture and also features an activity for students to practise their handwriting.
This history poster ‘Nadine Gordimer’ features important factual background information about this Nobel Prize-winning author who refused to be silenced about the unjust system of apartheid. This is a great resource for broadening students’ knowledge of significant figures from South African history and could be used as a prompt for further discussion or study of …More
This analysing text worksheet ‘Navajo Culture Offers a Code’ supports students to use various strategies to understand a narrative text about American Indian marines in WWII. It is aimed at encouraging students to deconstruct the text in order to gain a deeper understanding of its purpose, to recall specific details from the text, to look …More
This profile, ‘Nellie McClung’, features important factual background information about this Canadian author and political activist. It is aimed at broadening students’ historical and cultural awareness in an engaging manner, and could be used a prompt for further discussion or study about Canada.
This history poster ‘Nelson Mandela’ features important factual background information about this anti-apartheid activist who went from 27 years in prison to being elected South Africa’s first black president. This is a great resource for broadening students’ knowledge of significant figures from South African history and could be used as a prompt for further discussion …More
This history article, ‘Nelson Mandela and the Fight Against Apartheid’ features the highly respected leader Nelson Mandela, who fought tirelessly against apartheid and fought for equal rights for all citizens of South Africa. It provides factual information about the life of Nelson Mandela and apartheid in South Africa, as well as a list of apartheid …More
This worksheet, ‘New Olympic Events’ allows students to graphically organise information about events that were not included in the first Games of 1896. Many students may not realise that the events of today’s Olympics may not be the same as those before. It provides a great prompt for discussion about why the events were added …More
This worksheet, ‘New Winter Olympic Events’ allows students to graphically organise information about events that were not included in the first Games of 1924. Many students may not realise that the events of today’s Winter Olympics may not be the same as those before. It provides a great prompt for discussion about why the events …More
This history article, ‘Nikola Tesla and his Electrifying Mind’ features famous scientist Nikola Tesla. It provides factual information about Tesla’s life and accomplishments and is aimed at broadening students’ cultural and historical awareness in a fun and engaging manner.
This postcard ‘Northern Cape: Big Hole’ features important factual background information on the world’s largest human-made hole. The postcard template encourages students to research the location in order to write creatively about it as though recounting a visit. It is aimed at broadening students’ awareness of the environmental, cultural and historical landmarks of South Africa …More
This postcard ‘Northern Cape: Kalahari Desert’ features important factual background information on this semi-arid desert that stretches from South Africa to Namibia and Botswana. The postcard template encourages students to research the location in order to write creatively about it as though recounting a visit. It is aimed at broadening students’ awareness of the environmental, …More
This postcard ‘Northern Cape: Namaqualand’ features important factual background information on this semi-arid area that bursts to life when the Spring rains fall. The postcard template encourages students to research the location in order to write creatively about it as though recounting a visit. It is aimed at broadening students’ awareness of the environmental, cultural …More
This history article, ‘Oh, What a Knight: the Knights Templar’ features the legendary army of warriors. It provides factual information about these brave, skilled warriors who were admired in the twelfth century through to the fourteenth century, and is aimed at broadening students’ cultural and historical awareness.
This analysing text worksheet ‘One Country’s Treasures’ supports students to use various strategies to understand a narrative text about Costa Rica. It is aimed at encouraging students to deconstruct the text in order to gain a deeper understanding of its purpose, to recall specific details from the text, to look critically at words in order …More
This graphic organiser, ‘Outlining Medical Advances’ helps students to combine facts about medical advancements with their own personal opinions.
This graphic organiser, ‘Outlining Opinions’ asks students to combine facts about a topic with their own personal opinions.
This short nonfiction text, ‘P: Potato’ features important factual background information about the vegetable that was responsible for a great famine across Ireland. It is aimed at broadening students’ awareness of the symbols and icons associated with Irish culture and also features an activity for students to practise their handwriting.
This geography article, ‘Poutine’, features factual information about this French-Canadian dish. It is aimed at broadening students’ cultural, geographical, and historical awareness in an engaging manner.
This history poster ‘Padraig Harrington’ features important factual background information about one of the greatest golfers in the world. This is a great resource for broadening students’ knowledge of significant figures from Irish history and could be used as a prompt for further discussion or study of Ireland or sports people.
This postcard, ‘Parliament Hill’, features important factual background information about the Canadian Parliament buildings. The postcard template encourages students to research the location in order to write creatively about it as though recounting a visit. It is aimed at broadening students’ awareness of the cultural and historical landmarks of Canada and can be used as …More
This graphic organiser, ‘Past, Present, & Future’ helps students to identify whether the decisions made in the past are still applicable today.
This history poster ‘Paul Kruger’ features important factual background information about “the father of the Afrikaner nation” who led his people during the Boer Wars. This is a great resource for broadening students’ knowledge of significant figures from South African history and could be used as a prompt for further discussion or study of South …More
This oral language photo activity ‘Castle’, enhances vocabulary and concept development by providing a thought-provoking visual stimulus that can be used as a prompt to engage students in discussion. Each photo is complete with an accompanying lesson plan featuring tips and activities to develop oral language and vocabulary further.
This oral language photo activity ‘Harp’, enhances vocabulary and concept development by providing a thought-provoking visual stimulus that can be used as a prompt to engage students in discussion. Each photo is complete with an accompanying lesson plan featuring tips and activities to develop oral language and vocabulary further.
This oral language photo activity ‘Irish Stew’, enhances vocabulary and concept development by providing a thought-provoking visual stimulus that can be used as a prompt to engage students in discussion. Each photo is complete with an accompanying lesson plan featuring tips and activities to develop oral language and vocabulary further.
This oral language photo activity ‘Potato’, enhances vocabulary and concept development by providing a thought-provoking visual stimulus that can be used as a prompt to engage students in discussion. Each photo is complete with an accompanying lesson plan featuring tips and activities to develop oral language and vocabulary further.
This oral language photo activity ‘Thatched Cottage’, enhances vocabulary and concept development by providing a thought-provoking visual stimulus that can be used as a prompt to engage students in discussion. Each photo is complete with an accompanying lesson plan featuring tips and activities to develop oral language and vocabulary further.
The article, ‘Pirates’ explains the history of piracy at sea and the reality of a pirate’s life. It provides opportunities for students to practise vocabulary and comprehension skills. Answer sheet provided with file download.
This history article, ‘Pooches of the Past’ features famous and unusual dogs in history. It provides factual information about these dogs and is aimed at broadening students’ cultural and historical awareness.
This postcard ‘Portsmouth: HMS Victory’ features important factual background information about famous flagship of Admiral Horatio Nelson. The postcard template encourages students to research the location in order to write creatively about it as though recounting a visit. It is aimed at broadening students’ awareness of the cultural and historical landmarks of the United Kingdom …More
This illustration, ‘Poseidon’ is available in PNG format at 300 DPI resolution with a transparent background for classroom use. This illustration is also available in black and white which makes it ideal for photocopying and colouring-in. The clip art is fast and easy to download, and can be reproduced for use on bulletin boards, student …More
This illustration, ‘Poseidon B&W’ is available in PNG format at 300 DPI resolution with a transparent background for classroom use. This black and white illustration is ideal for photocopying and colouring-in. The clip art is fast and easy to download, and can be reproduced for use on bulletin boards and student handouts, and in presentations …More
This hands-on activity, ‘Potato Printing Press’ shows students how to make their own printing press out of potatoes. It provides step-by-step instructions on how to make the printing press and is aimed at broadening students’ cultural and historical awareness in a fun and engaging manner.
This history article, ‘Prime Minister: David Cameron’ features David Cameron, the youngest British prime minister in 198 years. It provides factual information about the life and times of David Cameron, and is aimed at broadening students’ cultural, political and historical awareness.
This history article, ‘Prime Minister: Margaret Thatcher’ features Margaret Thatcher, the first female British prime minister. It provides factual information about the life and times of Margaret Thatcher, and is aimed at broadening students’ cultural, political and historical awareness.
This history article, ‘Prime Minister: Sir Robert Peel’ features Robert Peel, who founded the London police force. It provides factual information about the life and times of Sir Robert Peel, and is aimed at broadening students’ cultural, political and historical awareness.
This history article, ‘Prime Minister: Sir Winston Churchill’ features Winston Churchill, the courageous British prime minister who led Great Britain during World War II. It provides factual information about the life and times of Sir Winston Churchill, and is aimed at broadening students’ cultural, political and historical awareness.
This history article, ‘Prime Minister: William Pitt the Elder’ features William Pitt, whose nickname was the ‘Great Commoner’. It provides factual information about the life and times of William Pitt the Elder, and is aimed at broadening students’ cultural, political and historical awareness.
This history article, ‘Prime Minister: William Pitt the Younger’ features William Pitt, who was Britain’s youngest ever prime minister. It provides factual information about the life and times of William Pitt the Younger, and is aimed at broadening students’ cultural, political and historical awareness.
This royal profile of ‘Prince Henry (Harry)’ features important factual background information about prince who is fourth in line to the British throne. It is aimed at broadening students’ historical and cultural awareness in an engaging manner, and could be used a prompt for further discussion or study about the United Kingdom and the monarchy.
This royal profile of ‘Prince William’ features important factual background information about the popular prince who is second in line to the British throne. It is aimed at broadening students’ historical and cultural awareness in an engaging manner, and could be used a prompt for further discussion or study about the United Kingdom and the …More
This graphic organiser, ‘Proof Points’ helps students clarify their opinions and form new solutions.
This history article, ‘Pu Yi and the Dragons of China’ features the last Emperor of China and the legend of the Black Dragon Pool. It provides factual information about the Emperor’s life and the significance of dragons in Chinese culture and is aimed at broadening students’ cultural and historical awareness.
This royal profile of ‘Queen Elizabeth I’ features important factual background information about the intelligent, gifted queen who ruled for nearly 45 years. It is aimed at broadening students’ historical and cultural awareness in an engaging manner, and could be used a prompt for further discussion or study about the United Kingdom and the monarchy.
This royal profile of ‘Queen Elizabeth I’ features important factual background information about the popular and dedicated queen who has ruled for more than 60 years. It is aimed at broadening students’ historical and cultural awareness in an engaging manner, and could be used a prompt for further discussion or study about the United Kingdom …More
This royal profile of ‘Queen Mary I’ features important factual background information about the unpopular monarch who was nicknamed Bloody Mary. It is aimed at broadening students’ historical and cultural awareness in an engaging manner, and could be used a prompt for further discussion or study about the United Kingdom and the monarchy.
This royal profile of ‘Queen Victoria’ features important factual background information about the popular queen who ruled for an amazing 63 years. It is aimed at broadening students’ historical and cultural awareness in an engaging manner, and could be used a prompt for further discussion or study about the United Kingdom and the monarchy.
This geography article, ‘RCMP’, features factual information about Canada’s national police force. It is aimed at broadening students’ cultural, geographical, and historical awareness in an engaging manner.
This history article, ‘Rainbow Nation’ features the essence of the new South Africa following the democratic elections of 1994, which marked the official end of apartheid. It provides factual information about South Africa’s multicultural society, official languages and flag, along with a glossary of unfamiliar words and terms from the text. It is aimed at …More
This reading comprehension activity ‘Remembering Their Journey’, asks students to answer comprehension questions on a text about the Museum of African American History.
This graphic organiser, ‘Reporting the Battle’ helps students to arrange and apply what they learn about battles and warfare.
This graphic organiser, ‘Revolutionary War and the Timeline’ asks students to place events from the revolutionary war in chronological order on a timeline.
This hands-on activity, ‘Revolving Crane Project’ asks students to build Leonardo da Vinci’s revolving crane.
This history poster ‘Robert Boyle’ features important factual background information about this famous Irish scientist who pioneered scientific experimentation and became known as the “father of chemistry”. This is a great resource for broadening students’ knowledge of significant figures from Irish history and could be used as a prompt for further discussion or study of …More
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