History Guides for Children

KS2 Easy Guide to the Roman Gods

This easy guide for KS2 students will introduce the reader to the Roman gods.

What did Vikings Eat? - A Brief Guide for KS2

Ever wondered what Vikings ate? Us too! Which is why we delved deep into our research books to uncover the surprisingly varied diet that ...

The Viking Gods You've (Probably) Never Heard Of - Ideal for KS2, for both Students and Teachers

Thanks to the Marvel Cinematic Universe; Thor, Loki and Odin are more famous today than they have ever been. More people know and love Th...

The 6 Stone Age Animals KS2 Students Need to Know

The giant animals that existed in the Stone Age are one of the many things that make the era fascinating to learn about. We call these ma...

Design Your Own Pirate Flag - Trivia & Craft Activity for Kids

Discover the different types of pirate flag flown by the famous pirate captains during the "Golden Age" and learn how to design your own.

The "Golden Age" of Piracy - A Quick Introduction for Kids

What does the "Golden Age" of piracy mean and when did it happen? Find out in this quick introduction for kids.

Viking Longhouses - Learning Guide for Kids

Vikings lived in single storey buildings called Longhouses. But how were Longhouses built and what was it like to live in one?

The Anglo-Saxon Pagan Gods - A Handy Guide for Kids

Before they became Christians, the Anglo-Saxons worshipped a variety of 'Pagan' gods. Each god was responsible for doing different things...

Rationing in WW1 - A Speedy Guide for KS2/KS3

World War 1 Rationing In World War 1, the British Government set new laws introducing food rationing. The ships bringing food over to Bri...

A Quick Timeline of Ancient Greece for KS2 Students

Minoan Era – 2200BC-1450BC The Minoans were the first great Greek civilisation. They didn’t live on mainland Greece but were based on the...

Hieroglyphs VS Hieroglyphics - A Guide for Kids

If you're thinking “wait, I thought it was ‘hieroglyphics’ not ‘hieroglyphs’, have I got it wrong?" The answer is no - and yes. Lets explain

Stone Age Humans - A Quick Guide for KS2 Students

The Stone Age is the name given to the era where human beings began using stones as tools and weapons. Who were these prehistoric humans?

The Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand - A Quick Guide for KS2 and KS3 Students

The assassination of the heir to the Austro-Hungarian Empire started World War 1. But what actually happened and why was it so important?

Europe Before World War 1 - An Easy Guide for KS2/KS3

How did alliances between European countries in 1914 and the expansion of empires lead to the start of World War 1?

World War 1: Steps to War - An Easy Guide for KS2/KS3 Students

Tensions were high in Europe in 1914. But what were the steps that lead to a global war that lasted 4 long years?

The Roman Army - A Beginner's Guide for Kids

Why was the Roman Army so successful? How did they fight? What weapons and armour did they use? Find out everything you need to know.

Viking Navigation - A Beginners Guide for Kids

Without access to modern day maps or navigational technology, Vikings had to rely on lots of unusual and inventive methods to navigate.

Viking Trade - An Easy Guide for Kids

Vikings didn’t just travel to raid and claim land. They travelled to establish trading routes and make a fortune exchanging goods.

How did the Anglo-Saxons become Christians? - A Beginners Guide for Kids

Pope Gregory the Great of Rome wanted to convert the Saxons to Christianity and sent a number of Monks to carry out his wishes.

Anglo-Saxon Religion - An Introduction for Kids

Learn a brief background to Anglo-Saxon religion, where they started as Pagans and how they converted to Christianity.

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