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We post articles on all eras of ancient history, including the Stone Age, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Vikings, Romans, and more. Our History Guides are ideal for Keystage 2 students, parents, and teachers and can help in the classroom or with homework and home learning. You'll also find Author Interviews and Book Reviews that explore all periods of history.
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Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee - 70 Years Of History 5 Heroes of World War 2 - A List for KS2/KS3 Guy Fawkes & The Gunpowder Plot - Guide for Kids The History Behind Halloween Traditions - A Fun Guide The Curse of the Mummy - Mythbuster for Kids The Pendle Witches - A Guide for Kids WWI Heroes Everyone Should Know - Information for KS2/KS3 Tutankhamun's Treasure - A Brief Guide for KS2 Students An Interview with Howard Carter - Tons of Info for Primary School Students and Teachers
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Were there any differences between Vikings and Anglo-Saxons? - A Mini-Guide with Dominic Sandbrook Did Vikings do anything other than go raiding? - A Masterclass Mini-Guide with Dominic Sandbrook Stone Age Bullroarers - A Guide for Keystage 2 Ancient Egyptian Papyrus – An Introduction for KS2
Latest Interviews Reviews
Book Review: Endurance - An extensive compendium of iconic adventures Review: The Druid - A Thrilling Dark-Ages Adventure Story Book Review: Empires of the Normans - Everything you ever wanted to know about the Normans and more! Book Review: Ancient Wonders - A stunningly illustrated introduction for the more advanced reader
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The Maya Ball Game - Information for Kids How To Make Canopic Jars - Ancient Egypt Craft for Kids The 6 Stone Age Animals KS2 Students Need to Know Stone Age Food - A Brief Guide for Kids3 min Just who was Gilgamesh? And why was he so epic? - A Fun Guide for EveryoneGilgamesh is the first superhero in all of written human history - let's find out about his awesome adventures!2 min Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee - 70 Years Of HistoryJune 2022 is Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee. We’ve gathered some fascinating historical facts about the last 70 years of her reign.3 min Queen Elizabeth I – Weird stuff about Lizzie One your teacher doesn’t want you to knowRegale your teacher with these brilliant weird facts about Queen Elizabeth I!3 min Who Was Queen Victoria? – An Introduction For KidsFind out about the reign of Queen Victoria in this quick introduction for kids.3 min Who was Joan of Arc? - A Beginners GuideCheck out our Beginner's Guide to Joan of Arc. Want the basics and want it to be a fun read? We've got you covered!3 min Pharaoh Hatshepsut - A Guide For KS2Learn about Pharaoh Hatshepsut, the female Pharaoh who wore a fake beard and made all the other Pharaohs jealous.3 min Who was William Shakespeare? A Beginner's GuideWe give the key info you need to know when learning about William Shakespeare at Primary School.3 min Nefertiti: Who Was She? – A Guide for KidsLearn more about Nefertiti, her marriage to one of the most rebellious Pharaohs of Egypt and her mysterious disappearance.3 min Who was Ötzi the Iceman? - An Easy GuideWhen the body of a 5000 year old man was found mummified in the ice, experts couldn't wait to learn more about Otzi the iceman.3 min Just who was Charles Darwin? A Beginner's Guide to the Theory of EvolutionWho was Charles Darwin and just what was so important about his Theory of Evolution? If that's your question we've got the answers!3 min Who Was St Nicholas? - An Intro For KidsJust who was St Nicholas? And how did he become Father Christmas? Lets find out!4 min 5 Heroes of World War 2 - A List for KS2/KS3These 5 Heroes of WW2 have stories that will inspire and astonish you.3 min Alexander the Great: Who was he? - A KS2 GuideAlexander the Great - what exactly was so great about him? Let's find out!4 min Guy Fawkes & The Gunpowder Plot - Guide for KidsWho is Guy Fawkes and what did he do to deserve to be ceremonially burned on a bonfire every year? Discover more about the Gunpowder Plot.4 min Who were the 6 wives of King Henry VIII? - A Guide for ChildrenHere's our beginners guide to the 6 wives of King Henry VIII. Who were they? What happened to them? Find out here!3 min The 5 Best Roman Emperors - An Easy Guide for KS2Who were the 5 Best Roman Emperors? We'll tell you all and have plenty of fun in the process!4 min Florence Nightingale in Scutari - Info for KidsFind out how Florence Nightingale saved thousands of soldiers during the Crimean War by making big changes at the Scutari army hospital.5 min The 5 Worst Roman Emperors - A Fun Guide for KidsHere's our fun guide to the top 5 worst Roman Emperors. 12
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