History Guides for Children

Why Were The Pharaohs So Obsessed With The Cobra? - Ancient Egypt Guide for Keystage 2

Look closely at any Egyptian artefact and you'll find a cobra hidden in every one. But why were the Egyptians so obsessed with cobras?

Stone Age Housing - Info for Keystage 2

Cavemen lived in caves, right? Yes, but only sometimes. Find out about prehistoric shelters and where Stone Age humans called home.

5 Forgotten and Very Weird Christmas Traditions

These weird Christmas Traditions will blow your mind! Demonic Cats, festive disguises and talking animals all feature.

Ancient Origins of the Christmas Tree - A Guide for Kids

Learn how the modern day Christmas Tree has a history that goes back as far as the Ancient Egyptians & the Vikings.

Why Did People Cave Paint? A Guide for Keystage 2

These fascinating Stone Age paintings were created up to 64,000 years ago. But why did people paint things on cave walls in the first place?

WWI Heroes Everyone Should Know - Information for KS2/KS3

Sadly we can't do every WW1 hero all justice in just one article. Instead, we hoped to share stories you perhaps haven't heard of.

Celebrating Famous Animals of World War I - Information for KS2 and KS3

Just as there were heroic humans who served in the war on all sides and continue to inspire us today, there were many heroic animals too.

KS2 Easy Guide to the Roman Gods

How are you meant to remember all the gods, what they're called, what they look like, and why a Roman would worship them? With this handy li

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 Viking diet.

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

You've probably heard of Thor, Loki & Odin. But what about the Viking gods that haven't turned up in Marvel films? We're glad you asked!

The 6 Stone Age Animals KS2 Students Need to Know

If you need some bite-sized info about the key megafauna alive in the Stone Age, you've come to the right place.

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. So, who were these gods? Here's the top 4.

Rationing in WW1 - A Speedy Guide for KS2/KS3

In World War 1, the British Government set new laws introducing food rationing. But what was rationing and what did it mean for Britain?

A Quick Timeline of Ancient Greece for KS2 Students

From the first Greek civilisation through to the death of Alexander the Great. Find out what happened in every era of Ancient Greece.

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?

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