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Classroom Key Stage 2 / KS2 - History Activities & Resources
Welcome to the History section of the Key Stage 2 classroom. This KS2 History area helps children at Key Stage 2 level to learn about a vast array of topics covering major historical events.
The main areas within the section cover Local History, British History, European History and World History, all suitable for children studying History at Key Stage 2 level.
Within Local History children are able to find out about English Heritage, learn about the history of places in the UK and discover how to find out more about various local history topics suitable for KS2 learning.
The British History area looks closely at the Anglo Saxons, Romans, Tudors, Vikings, Victorians, Kings & Queens and British Prime Ministers. Also covered is Britain since 1930, including the effects of World War Two, famous men and women, architecture and technology & transport.
Within the European History area children are able to learn about Ancient Greece and develop their understanding and knowledge of art & architecture, famous men and women, maps, plans & places, myths & legends, trade & industry and religion. There is also an overview of Medieval Europe and an online activity about the legend of William Tell, ideal for those learning History at KS2 level.
The World History area focuses on Ancient Egypt, Ancient Sumer, Assyrian Empire, Indus Valley, The Maya, Benin and The Aztecs. Through interactive games, puzzles, quizzes and activities, children at Key Stage 2 level can gain a greater understanding of important events, everyday life during these periods and factors such as art & architecture and trade & technology.
The General History area of this Key Stage 2 History section covers all other historical issues including Chronology, Explorers, Families, Famous British Battles, Famous People and Museums. Children are able to enhance their understanding of most historical topics, ranging from what people ate to how houses have changed through history.
The resources and activities in the KS2 History section are in an interactive, online, or printable format that brings a differing dynamic to the subject for children studying at Key Stage 2.
Be an Archaeologist - You are an archaeologist, and your job is to learn about humans who lived long ago
Big Myth - Interactive site about myths and legends around the world - a good connection is needed but well worth it.
Country Life for Kids - Excellent site about country life issues presented in an interactive way - well worth a visit.
Eyewitness - A collection of personal narratives/photographs/voices of people who lived in different eras.
Historical Map Web Sites - Take a look at historical maps from all round the world. From the University of Texas.
History Detectives - The History Detective Kids on PBSKids.org. Kids can play detectives games, learn how to crack mysterious codes and become super-sleuths.
History of Eduction in Britain - An overview of the history of education in Britain, from the Middle Ages until the 1980s. Level 6
Hyper History - Excellent resource showing a timeline for different periods of history with clickable links.
I'm Lost in Time...Get Me Out of Here! - Can you battle dinosaurs, mummies and the Tudors to get back to the present?
Ice Mummies of the Incas - Filmed by the BBC, an excelllent site covering the search for the frozen mummies of the Incas.
In Search of Scotland - Get a handle on Scottish history by following trails and playing games on this excellent BBC site.
Old Maps - This site gives access to lots of old maps dated between 1846 and 1899 - just type in you address.
The History Channel UK - The official site of the History Channel featuring excellent resources on History.
