The background is a blurred out image from the Bayeux Tapestry. Text overlaid reads "Something new is coming soon!"
Ooh! We are busy planning a brand new workshop!
Whatever could the topic be? 🪡⚔️👑🏹
Look out for more details to come... or just book it now for dates from September 2026!
#PrimaryHistory #HandsOnLearning #HistoryWorkshops
Thanks to everyone contributing to this teacher-led, grassroots work as we head into the spring term.
#LocalHistoryHub #LocalHistoryMatters #PrimaryHistory #HeritageEducation
We brought our Ancient Civilisations learning together in #Year6.
#Retrieval task on the Shang, Yellow River, bronze, oracle bones, and why dynasties rise and fall. Then a Diamond 9 on what makes a civilisation successful, with paired talk then written justification.
#PrimaryHistory #TaskDesign
Our #History in #Year6 was the Shang Dynasty through oracle bones.
#Retrieval linked to ancient civilisations sequence.
Children matched oracle bone questions, justifying overlaps.
We ended by discussing strengths and weaknesses of oracle bones. #PrimaryHistory #TaskDesign #EduSky
Two women & a man, dressed in Tudor costume, are next to a tombstone set in the floor.
Tudor-dressed lady & man stand by a table laid with equipment to make scent bags from dried flowers and herbs.
A Tudor-costumed lady stands by a table laid out for sewing & embroidery.
View of the interior of Peterborough cathedral. There are beautifully lit arches , stained glass windows, and red rugs on the stone floor.
We are part of the #CatherineOfAragon Festival in Peterborough. Some of the activities from our Tudor workshop are being shared with 360 local children in the cathedral, where Catherine is buried.
#HandsOnLearning #Tudors #PrimaryHistory
Y6 History: Indus Valley.
#Retrieval: Sumer + wheel, moving from what to why.
Vocab task was to work on defining and using: significant, legacy, innovation.
Main task modelled source+image connection, then the children applied it to drainage engineering.
#PrimaryHistory #EduSky #Teachers
Sumerian innovations. #Retrieval revisited why rivers mattered.
Then shifted to “What did this enable?” irrigation → surplus etc.
Finished with map reasoning on trade with Egypt/Indus & growing power.
#Year6 #PrimaryHistory #TaskDesign
Thank you to everyone supporting this teacher-led, grassroots work as we head into the new year.
#LocalHistoryHub #LocalHistoryMatters #PrimaryHistory #HeritageEducation
Year 6 history, spring, lesson one:
spaced #retrieval on ancient civilisations, then a zoom out question on what makes a civilisation successful.
We finished by exploring why rivers keep showing up & touched on how this supported their success.
Start as you mean to go on.
#PrimaryHistory #Year6
As the end of term creeps closer, we wonder whether you are wrapping presents yet? 🎁 How much paper do you use?
We use lots of genuine papyrus in some of our workshops, so we worked out exactly how much we get through in a year!
#HistoryWorkshops #PrimaryHistory #HandsOnLearning #EndOfTerm
The Off the Page team are getting into the festive spirit! Lots of Toys and Victorian Christmas workshops in the final weeks of term.
Get ahead of your planning for 2026 by booking your summer term sessions now... then you can relax over Christmas. 🎄
#EduSky #PrimaryHistory #HistoryWorkshops
Thanks to everyone involved in November’s work. Onwards.
#LocalHistoryHub #LocalHistoryMatters #PrimaryHistory #HeritageEducation #TeacherLed
Copy of a feedback form from Greenhill Primary School on Ancient Greeks workshop giving 10/10 on presentation Content and length of workshop.
Here's the feedback from our recent Ancient Greeks workshop with Greenhill Primary School. We are pleased is an understatement! 🤗 #KS2 #PrimaryHistory #HistoryTeacher #Sheffield
Colour image of a hand painted clay tile featuring bands of patterns.
Colour image of a hand painted clay tile featuring a football pitch Ancient Greek style!
Colour image of a hand painted clay tile featuring flower pattern.
Colour image of a hand painted clay tile featuring bands of patterns.
Had a lovely day with Year 5 and 6 of Willington Primary School. We were working on the Ancient Greeks and here are some of the Black Figure Ware tiles they made 👍👍👍
#KS2 #HistoryTeacher #PrimaryHistory #Derbyshire
We’re thrilled to welcome Glenn Carter as National Education Advisor for Local History Hub!
A primary teacher, Historical Association Fellow, and creator of History Rocks, Glenn brings huge expertise in primary history and curriculum design.
#LocalHistoryHub #HistoryEducation #PrimaryHistory
These are a great alternative or addition to knowledge organisers, helping pupils feel prepared and improving long-term memory.
👉 Learn more here: www.focus-education.co.uk/products/his...
#FocusEducation #PrimaryHistory #HistoryTrailers #TeachingResources #PrimaryTeaching #Curriculum #CPD
Teacher-Led Tools. Big Stories. Local Pride.
#LocalHistoryHub #Nottingham #HeritageEducation #CommunityEngagement #PlaceBasedLearning #PrimaryHistory #NottinghamHeritage #LocalPride
Busy week coming up, starting with two days with Willow Wood Primary in Winsford looking at the #StoneAge.
#KS2 #PrimaryHistory #Cheshire
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Colour image of pots made by primary school children.
Had a lovely day with Year 3 of Rufford Primary School doing all things #StoneAge to #IronAge. Here's the pottery they made! #KS2 #HistoryTeacher #PrimaryHistory
Image from the Bayeaux tapestry, showing Harold getting hit in the eye.
#OTD, 14th Oct, in 1666, the Saxon era ended with William’s defeated of Harold Godwinson.
Let your pupils discover Saxon life & Norman castles through our in person & virtual workshops 👍
#HandsOnLearning
#HistoryWorkshops #PrimaryHistory
Some of the newly released Ancient Greece activities on Busy Things
Studying #AncientGreece in history?
Busy Things has just released several new, engaging and educational activities to help you bring the era to life in your classroom.
Find out more from our blog (& play some of the activities free)!
bit.ly/3KpPVfH
#primaryhistory #edusky #education #teachers
@smithsmm.bsky.social @f33lthesun.bsky.social @checkemoutbooks.bsky.social @slatterymr.bsky.social @mariannedoherty.bsky.social @profaliceroberts.bsky.social @librarymice.bsky.social @mrssteaches.bsky.social #primaryart #primaryhistory #cavepaintings #lascaux
Grid showing pictures of the items made in four of our Virtual workshops - Roman Britain, Ancient Greece, Stone Age to Iron Age, and Ancient Egypt. The Stone Age to Iron Age workshop includes carving, cave painting, pottery, and metal working. Text reads: Virtual Workshops All the craft materials are posted directly to your class, and our expert-led video guides you. Link to our website History Off The Page dot co dot UK
One of the Lascaux paintings, showing two large horned bison facing each other. The head of a horse is between them, and several smaller deer are visible near the bottom. Image is public domain
#OTD in 1940, 4 teenagers discovered the Lascaux cave paintings.
Your class can become archaeologists through our Virtual 'Stone Age to Iron Age' workshop, including creating their own versions of this incredible ancient art.
#HandsOnLearning #StoneAge #CavePainting #PrimaryHistory #PrimaryEduSky
Good morning everyone! Super excited, just like the kids, as it's our first workshop of the new school year! We're at Highfield Farm Primary near Watch up on Dearne studying the #AncientGreeks!
#KS2 #PrimaryHistory #HistoryTeacher
Teaching Remembrance in Primary Schools
📅 Wed 24 Sept 2025
Plan meaningful, age-appropriate Remembrance activities that connect pupils to history & values.
🌺 Ideas for assemblies, lessons & whole-school events.
#Remembrance #PrimaryHistory #KapowPrimary
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Colour image of four clay tiles drying in the morning sun.
Colour image of clay tiles being made using clay rolling pin and cutter.
Today we're preparing clay tiles for our Ancient Greeks workshops. The children make a tile in the Athenian Black Figure Ware style to keep.
#SchoolWorkshops #KS2 #PrimaryHistory
Actual footage of the Off the Page office team during September when all the schools send in their workshop booking requests at the same time 😰
Get your enquiries in before the big rush starts ... please!
www.historyoffthepage.co.uk
#EduSkyUK #PrimaryHistory #EduSkyPrimary #HistoryWorkshop
Blue & yellow cartoon globe, with tiny vans and text circling it, repeating 108,000 miles & four times around the world.
#YearEndStats
During 2024-25, our fleet of silver vans drove a whopping 108,000 miles to take in-person workshops to schools. That's more than 4 times around the world!
#HandsOnLearning #PrimaryHistory #HistoryWorkshops #ScienceWorkshops #EduSky #EduSkyPrimary #EduSkyUK
It’s Emmeline Pankhurst Day! How is your school celebrating? Born in 1858, Emmeline led the suffragette movement to win women the right to vote. 🙌 A true leader and significant figure in history—today we honour her legacy.
#EmmelinePankhurstDay #WomensRights #PrimaryHistory #HistoryMatters
Handwritten answers to the question “How, if at all, did the day support your SEND, Gifted & Talented children?” “You couldn’t tell the SEND children as they were so engrossed.” “Having practical tasks and drama meant everyone could access the learning.” “All activities were accessible and adaptable for all learners.” “It was completely inclusive and they could join in with all of it.” “Almost all the children said how it was one of their best days at the school.” “All SEND children were included. One little boy who is largely absent from the classroom even felt able to join in.” “Inclusive & accessible to all, particularly the hands-on activities.”
Handwritten answers to the question “How, if at all, did the day support your SEND, Gifted & Talented children?” “It was a very inclusive day where children could get out what they were able to put in.” “Asked if learning could be adapted. Adapted & catered to all needs.” “Very SEND friendly. Leaders were very understanding of SEND needs & checked what they needed with me in the morning. G&T – lots of high level knowledge.” “SEND children are always considered and adjustments made where appropriate.” “Several children who are often reluctant really engaged with the day.”
Handwritten answers to the question “How, if at all, did the day support your SEND, Gifted & Talented children?” “We had a few SEND pupils who were worried about the day and they had a brilliant time.” “The SEND children were supported by adults on the day and the activities were inclusive. G&T children given bigger roles for acting.” “SEND were able to explore ideas practically and engage independently.” “The activities were relaxed so SEND children could choose/access those most suited to them. No stress.” Separate question: “How would you best describe the children’s experience on the day? “Feedback from 2 parents “My child came home and said it was the best day ever” including one with SEND.”
Time for another #FeedbackFriday 👍
This is what teachers, pupils & parents think about how we include & engage the pupils with SEND. Looks like we do a great job! 🥰
#DontTakeOurWordForIt #HandsOnLearning #PrimaryHistory #HistoryWorkshops #Inclusive
#EduSky #EduSkyPrimary #EduSkyUK
